Hiring for the 2026-2027 School Year

Selection for interview is based on evaluation of complete application file. Employment offer is based on employee evaluations, discipline history and attendance records, training and experience, references, and interview results. Hourly rate placement contingent upon verification of related experience.

Employment contingent upon completion and verification of form information and background check with fee to be paid by applicant.
Pay for contracted classified employees is distributed once/month on the last business day of the month. Pay for employees who work less than full year is spread through August. Questions concerning pay processes may be directed to the Personnel Office.

Eligibility for SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year. Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months. Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave, vacation leave (260-day employees only), and sick leave prorated based on FTE.

MOUNT VERNON SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION

Speech Language Pathologist

AFFILIATION: MVEA (Mount Vernon Education Association)
SALARY LEVEL: MVEA Salary Schedule
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Building Principal

A Mount Vernon Schools speech language pathologist inspires learning by creating and nurturing environment where all students belong and incorporates therapies that supports high academic expectations, rigor, love of learning, and safety. Desired applicants have experience with and/or a commitment to the success with migrant, bilingual, and multilingual students. Preferred applicants reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our student populations. Instruction is provided that reflects the Mount Vernon School District’s commitment to equity and inclusion, the district’s curriculum, and recognized best practices. Mount Vernon Schools speech language pathologists kindle excitement and actively engage students in their learning.

Experience and Training Needed:

? Hold a valid Washington State Educator Staff Associate Certificate Major in communication disorders
? Possess assessment skills in speech, language and voice disorders
? Demonstrated successful therapy experience in a variety of educational settings and possess organizational skills necessary to set up classes and deliver therapy in various schools
? Ability to develop and implement individualized therapy based on identified deficits
? Ability to maintain positive working relationships with parents/guardians and to communicate the implementation of services
? Write and manage Individual Educational Plans, complete all required documentation, paperwork and forms and meet all deadlines
? Possess personal flexibility to deal with students' needs
? Ability to work collaboratively with other speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists and other specialists serving the students
? Ability to manage and work with support staff
? Experience and/or training with cultural, ethnic and language diversity desired
? Knowledge of and skills in using effective strategies and practices for a wide range of student needs and abilities including culturally responsive teaching
? Ability to work successfully with diverse learners providing access and opportunities for all students
? Ability to effectively address a wide range of academic, social and developmental needs including at-risk, cultural diversity, physical disabilities, English language learners, and special education students
? Demonstrated awareness of equity; specifically focused on ways that race, language, gender, and disability intersect in our activity and athletic access and participation
? Ability to speak, write or teach in a language other than English (Spanish, Mixteco, Ukrainian, Russian, Marshallese, American Sign Language) preferred
? Ability to operate a computer and learn the operation of specific software programs
? Ability to assess and evaluate student progress and achievement
? Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal form
? Ability to process information to make sound judgments and decisions
? Consults with teachers, administrators, and other educational specialists on individual students regarding intervention and prevention strategies
? Maintain and input accurate student records in the student information system
? Works cooperatively with total building staff in an atmosphere of cooperation and collegiality
? Implement and comply with District policies and the Code of Professional Conduct
? Participates in team and individual instructional planning
? Facilitates and participate in staff meetings, planning events
? Attends building and district meetings and conferences as required
? Complies with school and administrative policies, state statute and ethical standards of the speech language pathology profession
? Maintains consistent attendance and conforms to regular work hours specified under contract
? Fulfills other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Physical Requirements: