JOB ID 1439: 2026-2027 AUDIOLOGY

h3Contract Details /h3pThis posting is for one(1), 3 hours per month, continuing, certificated teacher with a special education and teacher of the visually diverse. This assignmentbegins August, 26, 2026. Benefits and retirement eligibility will be determined upon hire. This position requires on-site work, working remotely is not an option. Any anticipated overtime requires prior approval and this position does not accrue comp-time. /ph3Work Location /h3pDistrictwide /ph3Work Schedule /h3pTo Be Determined /ph3Work Hours /h3pTBD, 3 hours per month /ph3Wage/Step Range /h3pbased on annual 1.0 FTE:$76,699 to $144,971 /ph3School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) /h3 h3Department of Retirement (DRS) /h3p TRS plans 2 or 3 for Certificated Staff. /ph3Salary Schedules and Collective Bargaining Agreement /h3 h3Select /h3p GFEA Salary Schedule for Certificated staff /ph3GENERAL SUMMARY /h3pTo help reduce or eliminate speech, language and hearing deficits that interfere with the individual student's ability to derive full benefit from the district's educational program; to provide services dependent on such factors as student population, needs of particular students, school policy and the availability of other community services; to assess and evaluate student performance and progress to promote effective communication abilities. /ph3ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS /h3ulliCreates and maintains positive classroom atmosphere to encourage and motivate students to learn essential skills, develop essential attitudes, and experience successful learning. /liliProvides a therapeutic program to meet individual needs of speech and hearing impaired children; provides appropriate individualized programs of therapy to meet individual students' needs and correct existing speech or language impairments. /liliPlans and prepares well-organized series of learning opportunities and activities; establishes objectives; writes Individual Educational Plans (IEP's); plans means for student accomplishment of objectives; implements lesson plans. /liliProvides a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, hearing and language impairments; provides screening and assessment to identify speech impaired children at regular intervals and at specified levels. /liliAssists students in developing self-esteem and responsible behaviors; models appropriate behavior; maintains classroom management; provides fair and consistent classroom management; acknowledges, discusses, rewards, and corrects student behavior; disciplines students as necessary; maintains student safety. /liliResearches, locates, acquires and creates appropriate educational materials and displays for stimulating student learning, adapts and modifies techniques and materials for effectiveness; orders and maintains equipment, supplies and materials. /liliCommunicates with students, parents, administrators, counselors, specialists, staff and others on individual student needs and progress; facilitates and participates in problem-solving as needed; maintains effective communication for student benefit. /liliParticipates in school and district decisions; works cooperatively and in teams; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administrators and the public; attends meetings, activities and events; serves on committees as appropriate; promotes student learning and achievement; promotes positive public and community relations. /liliMaintains current knowledge of educational research, trends; attends professional development conferences, seminars, classes and inservice activities to keep abreast of developments and improved techniques in the field. /liliEvaluates and records student progress; prepares progress reports as required; administers tests as necessary. /liliServes as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for oral communication and speech improvement; assists and guides teachers in observing, describing and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairments; collaborates with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by suggestions for the student's daily activities; provides inservice education and serves as a consultant to teachers and school staff members on topics concerning speech improvement. /liliKeeps thorough ongoing records/logs/reports for the individual student receiving therapy or other school-provided speech services to assure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations; maintains lists of referred, screened and eligible students as well as a directory of outside agencies, consultants, specialists and related services; compiles case history data on those cases where additional family history, health history, early developmental history and environmental history are deemed appropriate; provides reports and interpretations as necessary for program and administrative requirements. /liliDirects the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel as appropriate. /liliAssists in a variety of building management activities, such as supervising halls and play areas, assisting visitors, maintaining a positive school environment for learning and teaching, and related activities. /liliOperates a variety of audio-visual and other equipment related to field of study. /liliServes as member of instructional team of the District; performs related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position. /liliKnowledge of technology appropriate to the level of the assignment, I.e. computer skills, software programs, etc. /li /ulh3REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS /h3pReports to building Principal/Assistant Superintendent. /ph3MENTAL DEMANDS /h3pRequires substantial planning, development and creativity; effective instructional techniques and knowledge of assigned field of study; judgment in interpreting laws and policies governing special education students; knowledge and skill in designing and conducting effective specialized instruction, remediation, and evaluation; organizational and time management skills; effective communication skills; ability to concentrate amid distraction from classroom activities; capable of performing detailed work in reference to preparation, computation of data and analyzing information both verbally and in written form; exposure to frequent interruptions; adaptability and flexibility to different student learning and behavioral styles and abilities; effective decision-making and problem-solving; ability to work independently; cooperation and ability to work as a team-member; requires self-discipline in behavior and attitude; accurate record-keeping; dealing with distraught, angry or hostile individuals on occasion; must have interest in helping students with their mental, social, physical, and educational needs /ph3PHYSICAL DEMANDS /h3pExposed to diseases carried by students; exposed to student noise levels. Other physical demands vary by position assignment: may require prolonged standing or sitting; may require attending to students' personal hygiene; may require lifting and positioning students; may require restraining out-of-control students; may require assisting students with physical activities; may be exposed to visual display terminal for prolonged periods; may be asked to attend evening meetings or activities; may represent the district on potentially sensitive or controversial matters; occasional bending at waist to floor; lifting/carrying objects weighing up to ten pounds constantly, 11-24 pounds occasionally; 25 and over pounds rarely, assistance may be requested; Good visual ability; Must possess excellent hearing to communicate with disabled students, especially when providing individual instruction to those who may have speech impairments. /ph3MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS /h3pEducation and Experience - Master's degree with specialization in speech pathology and/or audiology; valid Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certification. No allowable substitutions. /ppLicenses/Special Requirements - As specified above, for the specific assignment. Satisfactory background clearance results (fingerprinting required); proof of ability to work in the United States; valid Washington State driver's license. /ph3CONDITIONS /h3pThe preceding list of essential functions is not exhaustive and maybe supplemented as necessary. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr