Speech and Language Pathologist (In-Person Part-Time/Full-Time) at Bennett Valley Union Elementary
About the Employer
The Bennett Valley Union School District (BVUSD) serves approximately 950 students on two elementary campuses. Both schools are located in southeast Santa Rosa in quiet, residential neighborhoods, combining the best of rural and suburban settings. Yulupa serves TK-3 and Strawberry serves our 4th - 6th grade students. BVUSD is one of the top-performing districts in Sonoma County. Both of our elementary schools are California Distinguished Schools. Strawberry is a Gold Ribbon School and Yulupa has ranked in the top 5% of California elementary schools by U.S. News & Reports. We approach instruction with bold certainty that all students can learn while pledging to provide our children with both roots & wings. Our mission is distilled into three key priorities: scholarship, mentorship, and friendship. Located 1.5 hours north of San Francisco in Central Sonoma County, the city of Santa Rosa offers wineries, a wildlife park, its own symphony, and the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts. Santa Rosa is 45 minutes from the ocean at Bodega Bay and Redwood forests. Sonoma County is family-friendly and known for its diverse outdoor recreation options, with over 70 parks and miles of hiking and biking trails.
Job Summary
Job Summary
POSITION FLEXIBILITY • Flexible start date: now through August 2026 • Position flexibility: part-time and full-time employment available • Intern / Emergency / Temporary Permits may be considered IN-PERSON SERVICES • Virtual services are not being considered at this time *2024-25 SALARY & BENEFITS • 183 day work year • $90,545 - $137,234 • Full years of service accepted • Annual stipend of $1000 for masters degree • Annual benefits cap $12,058.32 for 1.0 FTE *2024-25 and 2025-26 salaries have not been negotiated yet
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Major Duties and Responsibilities:
· Provide an individualized program to meet the needs of students with speech, language, hearing and communication delays.
· Implement state and local eligibility criteria for caseload selection.
· Serve as a resource and assist families and staff in observing, describing, and referring students with suspected and/or identified communication delays.
· Assist in referrals of students to agencies and specialists as appropriate.
· Serve as a member of the SST and IEP teams as appropriate
· Monitor student progress toward communication goals and objectives.
· Maintain required reports, records, and legal documents.
Requirements / Qualifications
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS • personal letter of application stating the reasons for being interested in the position • personally prepared resume including a complete list of prior relevant work experience • copies of credentials and degrees • 3-5 current letters of recommendation
SELECTION CRITERIA • Relevant Credential or Certificate of Clinical Competence for Speech Therapy • Intern / Emergency / Temporary permits may be considered • Successful experience working in speech pathology SELECTION PROCEDURE • all applications will be screened on a rolling basis • references will be called for top candidates prior to offering interviews • interviews for qualified candidates will take place now through May, 2025
Requirements / Qualifications
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS • personal letter of application stating the reasons for being interested in the position • personally prepared resume including a complete list of prior relevant work experience • copies of credentials and degrees • 3-5 current letters of recommendation
SELECTION CRITERIA • Relevant Credential or Certificate of Clinical Competence for Speech Therapy • Intern / Emergency / Temporary permits may be considered • Successful experience working in speech pathology SELECTION PROCEDURE • all applications will be screened on a rolling basis • references will be called for top candidates prior to offering interviews • interviews for qualified candidates will take place now through May, 2025
Comments and Other Information
The District has a long tradition of quality education, a strong Special Education program, and excellent rapport with and support from the parents and the community. The Board seeks a speech pathologist who will carry on and improve upon this tradition.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
• A person who has a reputation of integrity, honesty, and trust and who exemplifies the highest professional and ethical behavior.
• A person who will interact positively with students, parents, and staff.
• A person who is accessible and approachable, with the ability to listen and be open to new ideas and divergent opinions, express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in both written and oral form, using age-appropriate language.
• A person who is warm and enthusiastic with an appropriate sense of humor.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES
• demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with the parents, students, staff, and community
• knowledge of educational techniques, tests, materials, methods, theories, and trends in identifying, assessing, and instructing students with communication delays
• knowledge of and experience with practical application of principals, practices, methods, and strategies applicable to target group students.
BVUSD NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Please see Policy 4030: Nondiscrimination In Employment online at:
https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Policy/ViewPolicy.aspx?S=36030541&revid=SfyZMLLPgKINdB8XekM8kg==&ptid=amIgTZiB9plushNjl6WXhfiOQ==&secid=muNUlKiR2jsXcslsh28JpBkiw==&PG=6&IRP=0&isPndg=false
All BVUSD Policies & Administrative Regulations are also available online at: www.bvusd.org/policy
Comments and Other Information
The District has a long tradition of quality education, a strong Special Education program, and excellent rapport with and support from the parents and the community. The Board seeks a speech pathologist who will carry on and improve upon this tradition.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
• A person who has a reputation of integrity, honesty, and trust and who exemplifies the highest professional and ethical behavior.
• A person who will interact positively with students, parents, and staff.
• A person who is accessible and approachable, with the ability to listen and be open to new ideas and divergent opinions, express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in both written and oral form, using age-appropriate language.
• A person who is warm and enthusiastic with an appropriate sense of humor.
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS & ABILITIES
• demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with the parents, students, staff, and community
• knowledge of educational techniques, tests, materials, methods, theories, and trends in identifying, assessing, and instructing students with communication delays
• knowledge of and experience with practical application of principals, practices, methods, and strategies applicable to target group students.
BVUSD NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Please see Policy 4030: Nondiscrimination In Employment online at:
https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/Policy/ViewPolicy.aspx?S=36030541&revid=SfyZMLLPgKINdB8XekM8kg==&ptid=amIgTZiB9plushNjl6WXhfiOQ==&secid=muNUlKiR2jsXcslsh28JpBkiw==&PG=6&IRP=0&isPndg=false
All BVUSD Policies & Administrative Regulations are also available online at: www.bvusd.org/policy
Application Deadline
3/6/2026 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
2/6/2026
Contact
Cassandra Furay
707-542-2201 115
707-542-2201 115
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
$90,545 - 137,234 depending on years of experience
Length of Work Year
186 days / August - June
Employment Type
Full Time