General Description:
This position is a rare opportunity to join an exciting team. The regional North Central Educational Service District 171 (NCESD 171) is seeking a dynamic team player interested in making a positive impact on the lives of staff, students, and families as a Speech-Language Pathologist. The SLP will provide a full range of speech services to children ages 3-21. Responsibilities will include screening and assessment, designing treatment programs, providing direct therapy, consulting with school staff, parents, and outside agencies as appropriate, and functioning as a member of the multidisciplinary team to determine the child’s eligibility for services, appropriate programming, and ongoing progress.
Qualifications
Required:
- Current WA State Education Staff Associate (ESA) certification in Speech Language Pathology, or the ability to obtain
- Current WA Department of Health License in Speech-Language Pathology, or the ability to obtain
- Master’s degree in Speech Pathology
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License and ability to commute regularly within the NCESD region
- Equity mindset and a desire to advocate for students with disabilities and their families
- Positive professional references from former supervisors and colleagues
- Capacity to produce high-quality written reports, including evaluations, IEPs, and professional correspondence
- Exceptional verbal communication skills and the ability to engage in complex conversations effectively.
- Current knowledge of all relevant state and federal regulations for special education and Medicaid rules and regulations
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in the course of work
- Evidenced professionalism, including organizational skills and a commitment to follow through on tasks
- Ability to learn and utilize the latest technologies within the field of education and Speech Language Pathology
- History of professionalism in maintaining student records accurately and confidentially
- Eagerness to participate in ongoing professional development
- Attend essential agency and district meetings as well as conferences as necessary
Preferred:
- 3 years of successful experience in the field
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) certified
Application Procedure:
North Central ESD is accepting applications for this position online only. To access our online application, please go to ncesd.org/jobs
All completed packets must be submitted online and include:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three Professional Reference Contacts
- Washington State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release
Timeline:
- Position opens: September 8, 2026
- Position closes: Open until filled with first screening after 12 pm on September 22, 2026
- Screening & Interviews begin: As soon as possible
- Position begins: As soon as possible
Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.
NCESD is an Equal Opportunity Employer