Speech and Language Pathologist

Bainbridge Island School District
Bainbridge Island, Washington
Full Time

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BAINBRIDGE ISLAND CONTEXT AND MISSION:

The Bainbridge Island School District serves approximately 3,500 students. In 2020, parents, students, community members, and staff at all levels of the district developed a district improvement plan that reflects our goals for each student.

As a community, we collectively commit to honoring and nurturing the unique skills, talents and passions of every student. We provide a welcoming and respectful environment where students flourish and forge a life-long love of learning through relevant, engaging learning experiences. We empower our students to find purpose and contribute to a more just and equitable world.

Our plan centers on three goals for students:

Teaching and Learning: All students will engage in learning experiences that empower them to become productive citizens of a diverse society who are committed to social and environmental justice.

Equity, Anti-Racism, Inclusion, Diversity & Justice: The Bainbridge Island School District will ensure our students feel honored, welcomed, respected, and connected. We are committed to embracing and honoring our island's diversity and creating a vibrant and inclusive community. We will engage our community in becoming an anti-racist organization ensuring equitable access to learning, opportunities, and resources for all students.

Health, Well-Being, & Safety: The Bainbridge Island School District will focus on and develop students' social and emotional skills to lead positive and emotional skills to lead positive and healthy lives with strong connections, feeling of belonging, and a sense of hope.

BAINBRIDGE ISLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Note: Prior to the start of employment, all new employees are required to have their fingerprints taken with results from the Washington State Patrol and FBI uploaded to OSPI. Human Resources will direct you to the closest facility to have this done. Fees for fingerprinting are paid for by the applicant and vary depending on location.

Bainbridge Island School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bainbridge Island School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Kristen Haizlip / Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Compliance Officer

8489 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110; ...; ...

All Are Welcome!

Conditions of Employment

Are you a citizen of the United States or will you have a visa which permits you to work in the United States at the time of employment?
I authorize the Bainbridge Island School District to make any investigation of my personal, educational, vocational, or employment history. I further authorize any former employer, firm, corporation, educational or vocational institution, and/or government agency to provide the Bainbridge Island School District with information they have regarding me. I hereby release and discharge the Bainbridge Island School District and those who provide information and any and all liability as a result of furnishing, receiving or using this information.
I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. In the event of employment, I understand that if I provide false or misleading information, including omissions in my application or interview(s), I will be subject to dismissal at any time during my period of employment with the Bainbridge Island School District. I will provide verification of my certification, education, and experience. I understand also that any offer of employment will be considered temporary and conditional pending a satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check and approval of the Bainbridge Island School District's Board of Directors. I also agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the Bainbridge Island School District.
I understand that BISD requires that the individuals entered in the "References" section of this electronic application be current or former supervisors, if possible. I further understand that the information received from said references will remain on file and will be used for future applications for two years from the date of receipt. Once a response is received, it cannot be deleted or replaced with another reference during this two-year time frame.

General Questions

Opportunity gaps exist amongst students based on demographic factors (for example, race, students who qualify for free or reduced lunch, English language learners, and students who qualify for additional services such as special education, 504, etc). If you are an existing teacher/counselor/librarian, describe how have you approached closing opportunity gaps in your classroom/work. What have been the key elements involved? If you are a new educator, describe how you would approach closing opportunity gaps in your classroom/work. Please be specific.
BISD believes that in order for students to thrive, there must be positive relationships between families, students and teachers and staff. Please provide specific examples of how you holistically integrate racial justice and social justice issue strategies in teaching/your work. How have you developed and maintained effective relationships with students so that you understand and are able to address each students' name, strength and need?
What training/coursework/classroom/life experiences have you had for addressing systemic, institutional racism and advancing social justice for marginalized communities?
Are you presently under contract? - If yes, with whom? What is your present position (Title)?
Are you a former employee of our District? If yes, list dates and positions:
Have you ever been on a plan of improvement or placed on probation?
Have you ever been the subject of a complaint to the Superintendent of Public Instruction or any other disciplinary board or licensing body?
Have you ever resigned or otherwise separated from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions) in order to avoid discharge or non-renewal?
Have you ever been discharged or non-renewed from any employment (inclusive of regular or extracurricular positions)?
Have you ever been disciplined for misconduct by a past or present employer?
If you answered YES to questions 6, 7, 8, 9, and/or 10; provide an explanation of the circumstances, including the underlying facts, place, date, and outcome.
Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, a crime? (Exclude civil infractions, such as minor traffic citations.) If yes, provide an explanation of the nature of the charge, place, date, and court. A pending criminal charge will not necessarily bar you from District employment.
Have you ever been convicted of a crime? (The term "convicted" means all adverse dispositions, including a finding of guilty, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, an Alford plea, a stipulation to the facts, a deferred or suspended sentence, or a deferred prosecution. Exclude civil infractions, such as minor traffic citations.) If yes, provide an explanation of the nature of the crime, place, date, and court. A conviction record will not necessarily bar you from District employment.
List any of the following for which you have been convicted, including any crimes which may have been renamed: (See above for definition of "convicted"). Custodial Assault. First, Second, or Third Degree Assault of a Child. First, Second, or Third Degree Assault. Simple Assault. First or Second Degree Custodial Interference. Incest. First, Second, or Third Degree Rape of a Child. Child Abandonment. Child Abuse or Neglect as Defined in RCW 26.44.020. Violation of Child Abuse. Restraining Order. Child Buying or Selling. First or Second Degree Kidnapping. First, Second, or Third Degree Child Molestation. First or Second Degree Sexual Misconduct with Minor(s). Patronizing a Juvenile Prostitute. Selling or Distributing Erotic Material to Minor(s). Sexual Exploitation of Minor(s). Communication with a Minor for Immoral Purposes. First Degree Arson. First Degree Burglary. Aggravated Murder. First or Second Degree Murder. First or Second Degree Extortion. Endangerment With a Controlled Substance. First or Second Degree Manslaughter. First, Second, or Third Degree Rape. First or Second Degree Robbery. Indecent Liberties Felony Indecent Exposure Vehicular Homicide Unlawful Imprisonment Malicious Harassment Criminal Abandonment First or Second Degree Criminal Mistreatment. Promoting Pornography First Degree Promoting Prostitution. Prostitution. First or Second Degree Custodial Sexual Misconduct.
I have not been convicted of any of the above, including any crime which may have been renamed.
Have you ever been (a) found by a court in a protection proceeding under Chapter 74.34 to have abused or financially exploited a vulnerable adult or (b) convicted of any of the following crimes where the victim was a vulnerable adult: (Vulnerable adult means adults of any age who lack the functional, mental, or physical ability to care for themselves.) First, second, or third degree extortion First second or third degree theft First or second degree robbery Forgery * Any of the foregoing crimes as they may have been renamed IF YES, EXPLAIN.
Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving the manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance? IF YES, EXPLAIN.
Have you ever been found in any dependency action under RCW 13.34.040 to have sexually assaulted or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor? IF YES, EXPLAIN.
Have you ever been found by a court in a domestic relations proceeding under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused or exploited any minor, or to have physically abused any minor? IF YES, EXPLAIN.
Have you ever been found in any disciplinary board final decision to have sexually or physically abused any minor or developmentally disabled person, or to have abused or financially exploited any vulnerable adult? "Disciplinary board final decision" means (a) any final decision by the director of the Department of Licensing for real estate brokers and salespersons and (b) any final decision by a disciplinary authority under Chapter 18.130 RCW or the secretary of the Department of Health for the following businesses or professions: chiropractic, dentistry, dental hygiene, naturopathy, massage, midwifery, osteopathic medicine and surgery, physical therapy, physicians, practical nursing, registered nursing, and psychology. IF YES, EXPLAIN.
Are you presently charged with, but not convicted of, any of the crimes or offenses described in the questions above?

Job Description

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

DISTRICT-WIDE

1.0 FTE

We welcome applications from Clinical Fellows (CFs)! Our team is experienced in providing high-quality supervision and mentorship in alignment with ASHA Clinical Fellowship requirements. New graduates will receive structured support, collaboration opportunities, and guidance to help build confidence and competence as they begin their professional careers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases, related duties may also be assigned.

In alignment with the district improvement plan, teachers in Bainbridge Island will:

Teaching and Learning

Ensure all students have access to a challenging, relevant and inclusive curriculum that helps them understand their world and build the knowledge and skills they need to shape their futures.

Ensure all students develop the skills and practices to become agile, self-directed learners who can challenge themselves and meet their goals.

Foster student ownership over their learning through engaging instructional experiences.

Provide individualized learning that engages and meets the needs of our students.

Use culturally responsive teaching practices to create learning experiences that promote student learning and growth for all students.

Equity, Anti-Racism, Inclusion, Diversity & Justice

Lead with equity.

Create an inclusive classroom community where all students feel safe, are honored, and see their identities represented.

Eliminate institutional barriers to maximize human potential, ensuring equitable access to learning, opportunities, and resources for all students.

Implement representative curriculum across all classrooms with fidelity to our district wide vision.

Promote student, family and community engagement.

Health, Well-Being, & Safety

Focus on student relationships.

Implement a cohesive social and emotional health curriculum.

Identify and use reliable indicators of student social emotional health.

Understand the neuroscience and age-appropriate developmental levels of students and use that understanding to build resilience in students.

JOB SPECIFIC DETAILS

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Special Education Director, perform duties as a speech/language pathologist to include evaluation, therapy, and participation on multi-disciplinary and IEP teams.

Essential Job Functions:

Conduct evaluations of language skills and prepare written eligibility reports.
Plan and provide speech and language therapy services for students with disabilities.
Caseload may include students from preschool through high school, with mild-to-severe disabilities.
Work closely with multi-disciplinary and IEP teams, teaching staff, and parents to recommend school and home therapy programs.
Work cooperatively with the special education teachers and physical/occupational therapists to provide students a total special education program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Other Job Functions:

Fosters an educational environment conducive to the learning and maturation process of assigned students; plans an instructional program designed to meet individual student needs and whole groups, which may include at-risk or special needs youth; prepares lesson plans.
Utilizes necessary and appropriate instructional methods and materials, which are suited to the well-being

of the students and to the nature of the learning activities, program and/or curriculum involved; implements established program or curriculum objectives; attends in-service training and continues to improve professional growth through study and experimentation to remain current in methods and techniques for instruction.

Establishes and implements, in a positive, culturally responsive, and supportive manner, classroom policies

and procedures governing student behavior and conduct; provides guidance, counseling, and discipline to encourage students to meet standards of achievement and conduct; makes referrals for assistance where appropriate.

Confers with students, parents or guardians, and other staff, maintaining an open, positive relationship as

appropriate to provide guidance and evaluation, and to encourage student achievement.

Establishes classroom goals and objectives, in conformation with courses of study specified by state and school district statutes, regulations and guidelines; evaluates and records student progress; prepares reports for parents or guardians.
Collects and interprets a variety of data; provides reports for administrative purposes.
Directs the activities of assigned non-certificated personnel.
Attends or participates in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the district and/or building principal, in order to accomplish the objectives of the position and for professional achievement.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND/OR ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge of: Subject areas appropriate to the assignment; effective behavior management techniques, including social/emotional health; rules and procedures for student safety.

Skills in: Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications; effective communication with parents or guardians in a diverse community; designing and implementing lesson plans for students having a wide range of achievement.

Ability to: Engage with students in a positive and confident manner; be fair and consistent with students; adapt to change and remain flexible; organize activities; manage student behavior; use good judgement to maintain a safe learning environment; provide instruction and demonstrate techniques; use necessary equipment, computers, machinery, tools, or software; establish and maintain effective, positive working relationships with students, parents or guardians, staff and administrators.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Experience Required: Speech/language experience with a wide-range of students with disabilities.

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required: Knowledge of a full-range of disabling conditions and program delivery models, including inclusion programming practices. Clear written and oral communication skills.

Licenses & Certifications: A valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) Certification for Speech/Language Pathologist.

Clearances: Criminal justice fingerprint and background check.

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