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Speech, Hearing And Language Specialist

Join our amazing team! The San Diego County Office of Education is a collaborative organization that works toward a future without boundaries for our students. We are passionate about equity for students and employees, support innovative learning, offer great employee benefits, and professional growth opportunities!

The San Diego County Office of Education is recruiting for a Speech, Hearing and Language Specialist for the Special Education Department of the Student Services and Programs Division. This position will serve students with speech, hearing and language impairments; will plan, develop and implement individualized education plans; conduct student assessments, provide consultation to staff and parents, and participate in IEP meetings.

This position is full-time and will offer the certificated benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage, and will participate in the CalSTRS state retirement system.

Requirements / Qualifications

This position requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to post-graduate coursework in speech, hearing development and language disorders, or related field from an accredited institution; and experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team doing assessments, interpreting diagnostic evaluations, collaborating with general special education staff, teachers, and providing family/staff consultation. Prior job experience working with students who are deaf and hard of hearing, including those with cochlear implants is preferred in some assignments.

Certificates, Licenses, Credentials:

• Valid California Clinical Rehabilitative Services Credential Language, Speech and Hearing or Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential Language, Speech and Hearing or equivalent credential as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• CPR certification certified by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association

To be considered for this position, you must individually attach the following items to your completed EDJOIN Application:

• Resume, detailing education and experience
• Letter of Introduction
• Two signed, current letters of recommendation dated within the last year
• Copy of valid California Clinical Rehabilitative Services Credential Language, Speech and Hearing or Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential Language, Speech and Hearing or equivalent credential as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
• Copy of transcripts verifying post-graduate coursework in speech, hearing development and language disorders, or related field
• Copy of CPR certification certified by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Comments and Other Information

A stipend of $6,000, paid out after three (3) years of consecutive full-time service, shall be paid to unit members hired on or after July 1, 2018 who have not received payment under this clause prior to July 1, 2023, hold state certification and are employed as Audiologists, Speech Hearing and Language Specialists, or in positions requiring authorizations for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH), Visually Impaired (VI) or Orientation and Mobility (O&M). The stipend will be paid out at the completion of the third instructional year.

Valid California credentials are a requirement at the time of hire. If you do not possess the required California credentials, you may go to the California Commission of Teacher Credentialing website for details on meeting California's requirements.

Please note that your completed online application must include all the required supplemental documentation. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Employment with SDCOE is contingent upon the successful completion of a post-offer background check and physical exam, which includes a drug screening. All required California Credentials (if applicable, as issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing) must be confirmed prior to employment with SDCOE.

Diversity Statement: Because each person is born with inherent worth and dignity, and because equitable access and opportunity are essential to a just, educated society, SDCOE employee commitments include being respectful of differences and diverse perspectives, as well as being accountable for their actions and their impact.

The San Diego County Office of Education is an equal opportunity employer.