Speech Language Pathologist (anticipated open to public)

1.0 FTE - 020-2026 posting ID

Washougal School District

Posting for the 2026-27 School Year

Position Type: Certificated, continuing contract after required provisional status

Position Title: 1.0 FTE Speech Language Pathologist

Position Location: District Wide

Position Posting: 020-2026

Position Begins: 08/24/2026

Salary: $66,137 to $124,653Based on 2025-26 salary schedule and placement is based upon education & experience

POSTED: May 6, 2026

Anticipated open to public

Applications due for initial consideration: May 12, 2026

5 days per week


184 days/180 student attendance (per District calendar)


District salary schedule

Internal Posting for WAE members closes at 4:00 p.m. on May 12, 2026.

Purpose

The Washougal School District is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified workforce that appreciates the diversity of our community and is committed to practices that are responsive to the needs of all students and families. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world who understand that students are our future.

A Washougal School District educator knows, nurtures, and challenges allstudents with high expectations, a love of learning, and a focus on helping every student realize their full potential while learning at high levels. Effective educators recognize individual students' strengths and needs, and use multiple strategies to help all students be successful while creating collaborative, equitable, safe, and welcoming communities of learners.


Required Endorsements: OSPI/WA state Teaching Certificate with Science endorsement or multiple subject areas

PURPOSE: The Washougal School District is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified workforce that appreciates the diversity of our community and is committed to practices that are responsive to the needs of all students and families. WSD believes that all students have limitless potential, and we are committed to implementing inclusionary practices that allow all students to thrive. A Washougal School District educator knows, nurtures, and challenges allstudents with high expectations, a love of learning, and a focus on helping every student activate their own potential, build healthy relationships, make positive connections, persist through obstacles and learn at high levels. Effective educators recognize individual students' strengths and needs, and use multiple strategies to help all students be successful while creating collaborative, equitable, safe, and welcoming communities of learners.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Reporting directly to the Director of Special Services the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) provides speech and language services in the areas of student assessment, augmentative alternative communication devices, direct therapy, training and consultation to staff and families to support students to function to their highest possible level within the educational system. The Speech Language Pathologist participates as a member of an education team in the assessment and program evaluation for students. The SLP serves as a liaison with medical and community service providers on behalf of children with disabilities and their families.

Essential Functions :

• Inform principals, teachers and other school personnel of speech, language and/or hearing services.
• Organize and conduct an identification program for communication disorders by utilizing screening criteria, materials, procedures and record-keeping strategies.
• Select and employ diagnostic procedures and develop guidelines for a comprehensive remediation program.
• Establish criteria for caseload selection and dismissal.
• Select and implement therapy strategies for modifying communicative behavior of each student with a speech, language and/or hearing disorder.
• Maintain a system to record all identification and evaluative data and continuous student performance information.
• Identify and define factors which determine the effectiveness of therapy. Redefine goals and modify therapy strategies consistent with the individual education plan (IEP) or the individual family service plan (IFSP).
• Consult with parents, educators and other professionals regarding needs of children/students to assure appropriate learning experiences.
• Complete all required reports and records for compliance within statutory guidelines.
• Provide technical assistance to communication technicians and assistants.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS:


To be able to perform single technical tasks


To upgrade skills occasionally in order to meet changing job conditions


Manage student behavior with a positive and proactive management system


Maintain accurate records


Organize paperwork/records/caseloads


Manage time efficiently


Use pertinent software applications


Adhere to safety practices


Operate standard office equipment


Ability to read, understand and follow manuals

KNOWLEDGE:


Knowledge of current research on best practices of speech/language pathology


Knowledge of state and federal laws special education laws


Knowledge of Individual Education Plan components


Knowledge of legal timelines for special education documents and procedures


Knowledge of developmentally and age appropriate activities


Knowledge of stages of language acquisition


Knowledge of safety practices and procedures


Knowledge of screening and diagnostic procedures


Knowledge of therapy strategies for modifying communicative behavior of students.

ABILITY:


Able to communicate clearly to others


Able to gather, collate, classify and analyze data


Able to use job-related equipment


Able to work independently


Able to collaborate with team members


Able to work with a diversity of individuals


Able to independently problem solve


Able to create student IEP goals and objectives


Able to plan for, monitor and assist support personnel


Able to maintain confidentiality


Able to meet deadlines and schedule


Able to work with frequent interruptions

RESPONSIBILITY:


Responsible for maintaining legal records including but not limited to IEP's, and Medicaid billing


Responsible for working under limited supervision using standardized practices


Responsible for working within a defined budget


Responsible for creating and organizing a therapy schedule for students


Responsible for maintaining safety protocols for staff and students


Working Environment


The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 50% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience : Job related experience is desired.


Education : Master's degree in related field

Certificated & License Requirements


WA State ESA Certificate with Speech Language Pathology endorsement


Valid First Aid & CPR Certificate


FLSA Status


Exempt


Clearances


WSP/FBI Background Clearance


WA State Sexual Misconduct Inquiry

Applications will be accepted until filled by a qualified applicant.

The Washougal School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Washougal School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all district employment and educational programs.


The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX/RCW 28A.640 Compliance Officer: Brian Wilde View phone number on click.appcast.io, 1201 39th St, Washougal 98671


ADA Compliance Officer: Connor McCroskey View phone number on click.appcast.io, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal 98671


and Section 504 Coordinator: Connor McCroskey View phone number on click.appcast.io, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal 98671

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/ RCW 28A.640 & ADA compliance officer and Section 504 coordinator.