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Special Services Lake Washington School District is looking for qualified Speech Language Pathologist candidates for a part-time (0.5 FTE) position. This non-continuing position is for the entire 2022-2022 school year. This position will work on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday at Blackwell Elementary (Sammamish). Special Services department administrators will reach out to candidates selected for interviews.
Position Summary:
Provides speech and language services in the areas of student assessment, direct therapy, training and consultation for staff, parents, and equipment fabrication or adaptation to enable students to function to their highest possible level within the educational system. Participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team in the assessment and program evaluation for students. Acts as a liaison with medical and community service providers on behalf of children and their families.
Qualifications:
Washington State ESA certificate with Speech Language Pathology endorsement.

Salary:
Paid per teacher salary schedule with Base contract plus additional contracts for LEAP days, and Responsibility. Additional Technology stipend and Professional Fund. See LWEA salary schedule posted on website. Full benefit package available for employees working a minimum of 630 hours during the school year.
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Essential Functions:

• Complies with state and federal regulations regarding special education and the practice of speech-language therapy.
• Manages a caseload as determined by district need and contract.
• Reviews educational and medical records and performs assessments in the areas of communication - speech, language, fluency, voice, social communication.
• Establishes and supports alternative modes of communication (i.e., assistive technology devices and picture exchange systems).
• Determines educational significance of student's communication deficits in terms of impact on learning.
• Recommends appropriate methods of intervention to remediate or compensate for needs as related to environment.
• Plans treatment programs including establishing IEP goals and objectives.
• Implements therapy programs including direct intervention and/or on-going consultation to classroom teacher and parents.
• Works independently in cooperation with others. Demonstrates professional behavior and judgment.
• Provides intervention recommendations for implementation in the classroom and home.
• Maintains accurate comprehensive records of individual student's progress in therapy within timelines determined by the district.
• Communicates and/or consults with physicians through oral or written reports and conferences to facilitate implementation of therapy programs.
• Confers with parents and staff regarding therapy services and progress.
• Consults with families and community medical and social service agencies in coordinating services and home programs.
• Participates with other guidance team members in the multidisciplinary assessment of students for qualification of special education.
• Provides training and supervision for speech-language interns and/or students.
• Complies with all Medicaid rules and regulations.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Services and other administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Travel Requirements:
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
All LWSD employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Failure to submit proof of vaccination or qualify for a reasonable accommodation will result in withdrawal of a job offer.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: All new employees are required by law to submit documentation to Human Resources proving eligibility to work in the USA by completing an employment eligibility form within three days of employment.
Applicant Disclosure Statement: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Laws of 1987, all applicants must complete the disclosure form provided by Human Resources at the time of application.
Background Check on Recommended Candidate: A reference check inquiry will also be made by Human Resources on recommended candidates. According to 1992 legislation ESHB 2518, all school employees with regularly scheduled unsupervised access to children are required to have a criminal background check, which includes fingerprints.
The Lake Washington School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Associate Superintendent of Talent Strategy & Communications
16250 NE 74th Street
Redmond Washington, 98052
(425) 936-1266
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