1.0 FTE on a 190 day work calendar
Location: Albany and Regional Districts
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
A $5,000.00 Targeted Sign on Stipend is available to applicants who are hired for this position.
Application Process:
Applications are available at http://www.lblesd.k12.or.us/employment
Online Application
Resume
Cover letter
Three current letters of reference
Copy of University Transcripts (Successful candidates will be required to provide official transcripts before completion of the hiring process) if required
Copy of License
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact the Executive Human Resource Officer, Kate Marrone: kate.marrone@lblesd.k12.or.us. to discuss your application.
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST, BILINGUAL – EARLY INTERVENTION/EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
POSITION OVERVIEW
An Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) contributes to the overall learning and success of our youngest students (from birth until they reach kindergarten age). Language is the cornerstone of all education and a Bilingual SLP has the opportunity to offer this powerful support and impact doubly so. This role offers access to our bilingual students so they can thrive in our learning environment. Of equal significance is the support offered to parents and families as they help their young learners develop. This position also supports the monolingual teachers and therapists that work with our bilingual learners through planning and providing appropriate activities and programming for their unique learning style. This position is integral to ensuring that bilingual learners receive culturally and linguistically appropriate evaluations and services.
QUALIFICATIONS
A master’s degree or higher
One of the following:
Speech Language Pathology License as issued by the Oregon Board of Examiners in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology OR
Oregon teaching License with Special Education: Communication Disorders endorsement and American Speech and Hearing Association. Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology, or actively pursuing this certificate.
Demonstrated successful experience in special education, including work with high needs populations
Successful experience working with children bilingually, birth to 5 years old.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Fluent oral and written Spanish communication skills. Ability to conduct any appropriate testing pertinent to the position, in Spanish
Such alternatives to certain above qualifications may apply as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and/or Board of Directors.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This position has the following expectations and requisite abilities.
Promotion of equity and diversity in all settings and understanding and commitment to anti-racists principles.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA and adherence to the competent and ethical educator practices.
Maintain compliance with state and federal laws governing all aspects of our agency including ORS, OAR, IDEA, FOIA, and CIPA.
Exceptional prioritization of tasks, timely completion of work assignments, ability to take the initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrates respectful, flexible and effective teambuilding skills of cooperation, communication and active participation.
Present self and LBL in a professional manner including: in oral and written communication, professional disposition when working with others and maintaining professional dress standards.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directives, find requested data and present in user-friendly formats for internal and public distribution.
Maintain regular attendance at work. Be punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedules.
Utilize teleservice platform to provide services to educators, students and district staff as directed.
Ability to lift, carry at least 25 pounds.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a vehicle or work setting.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, and duties associated with this position. The supervisor of this position may modify this list at any time it’s deemed necessary.
Provide or direct the provision of speech and/or language therapy and services to identified students with communication disorders in both Spanish and English.
Conduct individual evaluations in speech and language as well as other areas that may be assigned.
Provide comprehensive written report of observations, assessment results, and recommendations.
Confer with program personnel and parents about the evaluation results and recommendations.
Coordinate and participate in the development of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP’s) and in the determination of placement for eligible children.
Coordinate and provide direct and/or consultation services to eligible EI/ECSE children in a variety of settings, including homes, childcare sites, ECSE classrooms, and community-based classrooms.
Develop and implement lesson plans/curriculum for individual or group therapy sessions
Oversee and provide direction for Speech Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPA) or educational assistants assigned to the SLP’s groups or classes.
When assigned, provide supervision and paperwork requirements of American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) Clinical Fellows, as requested by agency or districts and assigned by the program coordinator.
Assume responsibility for assessing progress on IFSP goals and objectives and for completing annual assessments using the approved Curriculum Based Assessment (CBA).
Consult with community preschool staff and/or parents regarding individual child program needs.
Participate in the evaluation, design and development of Augmentative Communication systems, as needed.
Participate in planning and supporting students and staff in the advancement or monitoring of safe feeding practices, as needed.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, and duties associated with this position. The supervisor of this position may modify this list at any time it’s deemed necessary.
SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION
Licensed employees are represented by Linn Benton Lincoln Education Association.
Salary and benefit information shown are based on full-time employment (1.0 FTE) based on the current school year. $49,615.00 - $92,024.00 / Annual
Placement on the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD licensed salary schedule will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, and experience
Linn Benton Lincoln ESD will provide an Insurance CAP to assist with health, dental and vision insurance premiums
Employer paid PERS, holidays, sick leave and personal days are also provided
Employer paid Life Insurance 1 x annual salary
Employer paid Basic AD&D and Long Term Disability
Health Insurance
Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB) provides insurance to school and education service district employees
Includes medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance
Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
LBLESD contributes a monthly CAP/Pool to help offset insurance cost
Health Savings Accounts for high deductible plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Carriers offered are:
Moda
Kaiser
Willamette Dental Group
Retirement
PERS – Public Employee Retirement System
For more information visit: state.or.us
LBLESD pays the 6% employee contribution on behalf of each employee
Personal Leave
Up to 24 hours
Sick Leave
Up to 80 hours
Sick Leave Bank Employees may opt to donate one day of sick leave to become a member of the Sick Leave Bank
Members may request leave from the sick leave bank in the event of a catastrophic illness or injury
Professional Development Opportunities
LBLESD hosts a variety of training classes
First Aid/CPR classes offered onsite
Includes workshops, conferences and mentorship programs
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at 541-812-2624 for additional information and assistance.
Linn Benton Lincoln ESD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
