Speech Pathologist

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

District-wide 2026-27 School Year

POSITION TYPE

Licensed

WORK DAYS

190 regular work days (if August Start Date)

PAY:

Pay for the 2026-27 school year ranges from a regular salary of $48,925 to $94,049, plus a $3500 annual Special Education stipend . Placement is dependent on verifiable experience and education level. We also cover your PERS contribution.

HIRING MANAGER

Melissa Glover, Director of Special Programs - melissa.glover@nsantiam.k12.or.us

Primary Function:

Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, speech-language pathologists provide prevention, assessment, and remediation services for students who exhibit difficulties in language, speech, voice, and fluency. These services are designed to help students meet their functional and educational goals. Required Qualifications Holds or is eligible for Oregon licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation

Essential Functions:

Screening, Assessment, Diagnosing, and Advising Conducts communication and hearing screenings Administers formal and informal (ongoing & curriculum-based) assessments Obtains additional diagnostic information from appropriate persons and available records for speech-language purposes Analyzes and interprets information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech-language services Provides information on an informal or formal basis regarding communication and hearing screening results, when appropriate May supervise undergraduate/graduate interns, educational support professionals, volunteers, and other professionals as appropriate Instructional Planning and Preparation Works cooperatively with school personnel to accomplish the mission and vision of the school district Coordinates speech-language services with other school personnel Maintains records of the speech-language program and prepares periodic reports as required Managing and Conducting Therapy Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) in management of communication disorders Collaborates/consults with classroom teachers in the management of speech-language disorders Plans evidence-based interventions appropriate for individual students and groups of students Uses evidence-based, research-supported practices and techniques appropriate to stated objectives Manages the facilities, materials, and equipment, including technology, necessary for the delivery of speech-language pathology services Adjusts intervention strategies based on student performance Promotes effective interpersonal relations with students Adhering to Local, State, and Federal Regulations and Ethical Practices Completes procedural documentation appropriately, i.e., special education forms Abides by professional code of ethics Develops appropriate IEPs based on students' strengths & needs Demonstrates awareness of professional performance in due process matters and legal environments Manages time efficiently Engages in continuing education and professional growth activities related to communication disorders, hearing, and education Adheres to established rules, regulations, laws, and appropriate ethical standards Leadership and Collaboration Provides consultation to parents, teachers, and other appropriate school personnel Seeks the assistance of teachers, parents, and others to meet the communication needs of students Consults/communicates with non-school agencies to enhance services Makes recommendations and referrals for audiological/medical and related services Physical Requirements This position primarily works in a school environment and requires the ability to perform typical professional duties with or without reasonable accommodation. North Santiam School District focuses on creating an environment that supports the educational environment. NSSD schools utilize positive reinforcement at the school level and in the classroom to promote expected behavior, teach behavioral expectations, such as academic skills, and use data-based information to guide intervention and management. The North Santiam School District shall promote nondiscrimination and an environment free of harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, marital status or age or because of the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status or age of any other persons with whom the individual associates.