Job Details

Certified - OLEP - Speech/Language Pathologist

Job Number 200#######

Start Date

Open Date 03/10/2026

Closing Date

CHILD FIND SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the general supervision of the Special Education Administrator over Child Find, the Speech Language Pathologist will be assigned to an evaluation team and will implement school board policy regarding the educational curriculum of a particular instructional division and/or instructional unit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Preparation

• Administer appropriate evaluations that enable eligibility teams to determine initial special education eligibility.
• Adhere to timelines consistent with federal and state regulations regarding consent, eligibility, and IEP development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of IEP development and familiarity with the online IEP system and electronic record system.
• Utilize a strong time management system to ensure quality educational records are created in a timely manner.
• Develop coherent, individualized, and appropriate IEPs aligned with federal and state regulations and Common Core State Standards.
• Demonstrates mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students and resources, typical developmental patterns of student, and characteristics of students with disabilities.

Evaluation Environment and Instructional Practices

• Creates an environment of respect and rapport while developing a climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
• Maintains a positive, orderly, safe, accessible, and academically focused learning, resource-rich environment.
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness.
• Demonstrates cultural competency.
• Communicates learning expectations to students.
• Engages students in learning.
• Utilizes discussion and questioning techniques that will enable the team to properly evaluate the student.
• Embeds assessment through the use of play-based assessment practices.
• Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and accommodations to assist students with disabilities to access curriculum.
• Coordinates effectively with other service staff in providing student instruction.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate records and IEP's as mandated by state and federal guidelines, within established timelines.
• Works collaboratively as part of an education/assessment team responsible for identifying, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating individual objectives for assigned students.
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Supports, communicates, and works professionally with administrators, staff and community and follows all protocols consistent with the WCSD's procedures.
• Demonstrates professionalism and high-level communicative skills with community stakeholders.
• Makes a focused effort to promote meaningful participation of parents in the IEP process.
• Participates in a professional community.
• Participates in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and skills would be:

Education:

1. 1. Equivalent to a Master's degree in the area of speech-language pathology is preferred;
      
      OR
   2. Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree is required

AND

3. At least one-year school experience desirable

Experience:

At least one-year school experience desirable

Licenses/Certificates:

Possession of, or ability to obtain a valid State of Nevada driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the District; possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Nevada Teaching License in Speech and Language Impairments. The ability to obtain a certificate of clinical competence through the national organization is preferred.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Using assessments that may help in identifying a possible communication disorder, such as Receptive, Expressive, and Social Communication Assessment; Test of Integrated Language and Literacy Skills, Test of Language Development, Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals, Test for Auditory Comprehension of Language, Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation, and other formalized assessment tool.
• Ability to take informal language and speech/articulation assessments.
• Writing and interpreting an Individualized Education Plan; speech and language development as necessary for providing services
• Files and records management, office procedures, and basic computer literacy is desirable.

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively both orally and in writing
• Working collaboratively with certified and classified personnel at various locations
• Developing goals and objectives for students eligible for speech and language intervention
• Implementing individual structured activities
• Maintaining accurate and complete records, files, and reports
• Interact effectively with all individuals contacted during the course of work.

Ability to:

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language screenings and evaluations for young children suspected of having communication disorders.
• Provide consultation and recommendations to parents, teachers, and early childhood staff regarding communication development.
• Manage multiple evaluations, meetings, and documentation requirements while meeting established timelines.
• Use technology and data systems to maintain student records, write reports, and track progress.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment and 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Exposure to weather: Use terms to represent commonality of use in context- Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Exposure to loud noises: Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Working in confined spaces: Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.
• Working at heights: Never: The activity or condition does not occur.
• Working with hazardous materials: Never: The activity or condition does not occur.

Physical Demands

• Lifting/Carrying: Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Standing/Walking: Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
• Reaching: Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time
• Pushing/Pulling: Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
• Climbing: Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time
• Fine motor skills: Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.

Definitions:?

• Never: The activity or condition does not occur.?
• Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.?
• Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.?
• Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.?
• Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND TO PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e., Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Washoe County School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The Washoe County School District is committed to providing all applicants and employees equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, military status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Here at Washoe County School District, we are a diverse group of people who honor the differences that drive innovative solutions to meet the needs of our students and employees. We believe that through a culture of inclusivity, we have the power to reflect on the community we serve.

Internal Job Number 2026-27-C261281

Salary

Certified School Based Therapy Services Salary Schedule

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year. New employees hired by Washoe County School District are normally placed on the entry step of the grade of the position. View the salary schedules here.

Additional Job Information

Benefit packages are available for all employees, eligible employees who are regularly scheduled to work 27.5 hours per week or more receive full benefits of the District which include but are not limited to;

• No waiting period on Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Employees may select an insurance plan wherein WCSD contributes 100% of insurance premiums.
• Sick Leave, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Contribution options will be explained in detail during the New Employee Orientation.
• Salary Increases
• Longevity Bonuses
• Guidance Resources
• And More - Visit our Benefits page for more information.

Please be advised health insurance premiums are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $58.50 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change. Your job offer is conditional until a report is returned from the FBI and Nevada Department of Public Safety that meets the standards of WCSD for employment purposes.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) ###-####.