Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Leave Replacement - Cheney School District

POSITION:
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), 1.0 FTE
SCHEDULE:
Beginning 2/3/25-end of 24-25 SY

7 hours/day (8:20 a.m.-3:50 p.m.); Monday-Friday; School Year + additional days (reference Appendix B-1 https://4.files.edl.io/ae58/09/19/22/224520-fc0da3b7-231a-4443-b278-88ec9cd84be6.pdf )
LOCATION:
Student Support Services; Anticipated Assignment: Sunset Elementary
SUPERVISOR:
Department Director(s); Building Principal(s)
POSITION TYPE:
Certificated, Leave Replacement for 24-25 SY
COMPENSATION:
$52,739-$102,998/year depending on prior school district experience; Up to ten years of private sector experience may be applied to salary placement with HR review/approval; Pay is annualized over 12 months (if hired after start of school year, spread over remaining months of fiscal year (Sept-Aug))
OTHER COMPENSATION:
View positions listed in CEA Appendices https://4.files.edl.io/ae58/09/19/22/224520-fc0da3b7-231a-4443-b278-88ec9cd84be6.pdf for details around additional days, etc.
BENEFITS https://www.cheneysd.org/apps/pages/benefits :
Paid leave https://4.files.edl.io/7ede/09/19/22/042012-aaca019b-09f2-47a0-9533-993850b0c1ac.pdf ; If utilizing flexible hours/schedule, position hours must generate at least 630 work hours in the current school year for the following to apply: Medical https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees/medical-plans-and-benefits , dental https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees/dental-plans-and-benefits , vision https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees/vision-plans-and-benefits , and basic life and AD&D insurance https://www.hca.wa.gov/employee-retiree-benefits/school-employees/life-insurance ; retirement plan https://www.drs.wa.gov/life/new/ ; deferred compensation https://www.cheneysd.org/apps/pages/benefits (DRS https://www.drs.wa.gov/plan/dcp/ and TSA https://4.files.edl.io/1d32/12/08/22/215646-ea9af010-c79a-44a9-8367-e31ba4550e72.pdf )
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Washington State ESA Speech Language Pathologist Certificate https://www.k12.wa.us/certification/educational-staff-associate-esa-certificates ; Valid Washington State Drivers License and personal transportation; WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Speech Language Pathologists provide appropriate speech-language services in Pre-K, elementary, middle, and high schools with no school level underserved. They work with students exhibiting the full range of communication disorders, including those involving language, articulation (speech sound disorders), fluency, voice/resonance, and swallowing. Myriad etiologies may be involved. SLPs address personal, social/emotional, academic, and vocational needs that have an impact on attainment of educational goals.

SLPs provide a distinct set of roles based on their focused expertise in language. They offer assistance in addressing the linguistic and metalinguistic foundations of curriculum learning for students with disabilities, as well as other learners who are at risk for school failure, or those who struggle in school settings. SLPs collaborate and consult with educators, families, and other professionals to help create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for students.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Speech Language Pathologists provide a comprehensive range of services as described in the current standards from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). They help students meet district and state performance standards. SLPs function as part of the district’s Student Support Services Team. This team collaboratively provides a multi-tiered system of supports through the implementation and monitoring of evidence-based behavioral and academic interventions for all students in need. The services provided reflect the specific needs of the students, families, and schools served and address the non-exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, expectations, and essential functions indicated below.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
An employee hired for this assignment may perform all or some of the responsibilities defined below:
Follow federal and state laws/requirements, along with district policies, procedures, and processes regarding special education and tiered interventions framework
Conduct individualized assessments, analyze and interpret results, and write comprehensive evaluation/re-evaluation reports used for determining eligibility for special education services
Work collaboratively within the team for the support of students at risk for failure in schools and those who are eligible for special education
Provide individual/small group treatment in articulation, language, fluency, voice and hearing impaired and adjust services accordingly as needed
Provide services to students eligible for special education services, across all categories including preschool and up to age 21
Administer standardized and supplemental assessments for the purpose of determining essential IEP goal statements and related service needs
Conduct assessments in collaboration with others and analyze assessment data for the purpose of determining eligibility, in compliance with state law, and designing intervention strategies to minimize adverse impacts on student success
Plan and implement interventions for eligible students within the total educational setting, and work collaboratively with students and teachers, as appropriate, to facilitate the implementation
Collaborate and consult with parents, teachers, administration, team members, and other professionals, for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, developing plans for service and providing services in conformance with established guidelines
Maintain physical and electronic records, including progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports, and screening results; for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and compliance
Participate as a member of the evaluation team and individualized education program team for the purpose of presenting evaluation results, developing treatment plans, and/or providing training to parents/students/staff for the improvement of speech and language programs, services and instruction
Actively participate in department, IEP team, and, as requested, other meetings, and attend District trainings for the purpose of conveying and receiving information
Provide direct and consultative therapy services to eligible children that is appropriate to the child’s circumstances, including treatment plans, interventions, and educational material; for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of communication disorders consistent with evidence-based practices and in compliance with established guidelines
Research resources and methods, including community resources, communication disorders, interventions, treatment techniques, and assessment methods/tools for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing student needs
Respond to inquiries from parents, teachers, staff, and students, for the purpose of providing information, recommendations, and referrals
Transport supplies and equipment to a variety of sites to ensure the availability of supplies and resources for service delivery
Work collaboratively with SSS team, school personnel, families, and community agencies in obtaining appropriate programming for communication disabled students through evaluations, consultations, therapy, and demonstration of teaching relating to individual students
Ensure continuity and coordination of speech and language services in assigned school(s) by providing interoffice communication and relations with special education team members and other special education programs
Employ a continuum of service delivery models in the least restrictive environment for student with disabilities and provide services to other students as appropriate
Actively participate in district/building Professional Learning Communities (PLCs)
Organize and prioritize daily, weekly, and monthly schedules for timely work completion
Provide specific recommendations in evaluation reports, based on student strengths and needs as determined by assessment, discussion, and observation
Collaborate with others in developing social, academic, and/or functional interventions and supports for students
Effectively communicate in writing and verbally with others
Maintain highest degree of confidentiality, per FERPA guidelines
Participate in building-level intervention and special education meetings
Consult with support agencies, and refer students/families as needed
Provide professional development, as needed, on topics related to students with disabilities, intervention, behavioral needs, communication needs, augmentative/alternative communication, etc.
Gather and interpret data to determine program efficacy and recommend adjustments or changes to department administration, as requested
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Each position within the Student Support Services Department serves as one unit of the whole team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Current standards of practice from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; OSPI rules and regulations regarding ESA speech language pathologist certification, along with the OSPI Code of Professional Conduct and generally recognized professional practices.

Ability to: Communicate clearly and effectively in both verbal and written communications; use email to receive District communication; utilize technology and software to complete duties and responsibilities; maintain emotional control under stress; work with multiple deadlines and frequent interruptions is required. Ability to work alone and in a team setting; maintain good rapport with supervisors, colleagues, students, and families. Visual acuity and hearing are required for the delivery of assessment, intervention, and consultation services.

MENTAL DEMANDS
Required to regularly engage in problem solving and decision making; deal with a wide range of behaviors and needs in a positive and service-oriented manner; may experience shifts in work schedule and/or work site according to student/district needs; sustain mental awareness while also maintaining attention to details and safety requirements; may occasionally deal with distraught or difficult adults and children.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
Sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time
Amount of sitting, standing and walking may vary depending on projects/tasks. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 30% walking, and 20% standing
May be exposed to visual display terminal for prolonged periods
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, sit, stand, walk, bend at neck and back, twist body, use hands to push/pull and lift/carry, squat, kneel, stoop, and crouch. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee often remains indoors, however, may occasionally work in outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May experience shifts in work schedule and/or work site according to student/district needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Washington State ESA Speech Language Pathologist Certificate https://www.k12.wa.us/certification/educational-staff-associate-esa-certificates
Must have and maintain a valid Washington State Driver License
Certificate of Clinical Competency or ability to attain desirable
Washington State Department of Health License and a National Provider Identification Number desirable
Previous experience with consultation activities/roles preferred
Experience with sign language and augmentative communication systems/work with nonverbal students preferred
Previous experience as a speech language pathologist or in a closely-related field within public education preferred

CLEARANCES
WSP/FBI criminal history background clearance
EVALUATION
The employee shall be evaluated per the terms of the Cheney Education Association (CEA) Collective Bargaining Agreement by the department director, building principal, or designee. The process shall include an evaluation of the employee’s performance of the above Duties and Responsibilities, Essential Functions, and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING
Must maintain valid Washington State ESA Speech Language Pathologist Certificate https://www.k12.wa.us/certification/educational-staff-associate-esa-certificates
Must complete school safety training prior to deadline indicated within system and annually thereafter
Attend designated trainings as specified by department director(s) and/or supervisor in order to maintain knowledge/skills
Submit current/renewed certificates/licenses to Human Resources upon attaining
HISTORY
Job description updated: March 2024

LOCATION:
Sunset Elementary
WORK SITE:
Based on student need as determined by SSS administration
REPORTING
RELATIONSHIPS:
Position is supervised and evaluated by the department director(s) with input from work site principal(s)
COMPENSATION:
Placement on the CEA Salary Schedule based on education and experience

REPRESENTATION:
Cheney Education Association (CEA) a local chapter of Washington Education Association

Cheney Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, economic status, pregnancy, familial status, marital status, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions: Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 Officer/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator/ADA Coordinator - Tom Arlt, Assistant Superintendent, Cheney School District, 12414 S. Andrus Rd. Cheney, WA 99004 Phone: (509) 559-4550; Section 504 Coordinator - Franklin Day, Director of Student Support Services, Cheney School District, 12414 S. Andrus Rd., Cheney, WA 99004 Phone: (509) 559-4507.

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