Speech and Language Pathologist - Temporary Leave Replacement - Mendocino County Office Of Education : Job Details

About the EmployerThe Mendocino County Office of Education is a public agency whose primary purpose is to provide educational leadership, resources and services to schools to ensure wide-ranging educational opportunities for all students. This mission is accomplished through cooperative efforts with teachers, school districts, families, and communities; through direct instructional programs and administrative services; and through coordination with the California Department of Education and other agencies. Job SummaryUnder the general supervision of the Director of Special Education, assess and provide therapy to communicatively handicapped students and assist and direct students in developing expressive and receptive speech and language skills.Requirements / QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: •Possess a valid California Credential authorizing language and speech instruction; •A Master of Arts Degree in speech and language therapy; •Two (2) years of experience as a speech and language pathologist in a public school setting, including one (1) year of experience working with children birth to age 5 preferred. •Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver's License; •Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance. APPLICATION PROCESS To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following: •An online application; •A cover letter stating specific competencies for the position; •A resume with clearly described education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization; •Three signed letters of recommendation dated within the past 12 months; •A copy of a required Degree or Credential(s) or Transcripts. Official Transcripts needed at time of hire. BENEFITS Employees are provided with an insurance plan, which includes health, vision, and dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, at a shared cost. Participation in this plan is mandatory for employees working 35 plus hours a week. Employee will be a member of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) and may elect to be a member of the Mendocino County Federation of School Employees Union. MCOE does not participate in the Social Security system. SPECIAL NOTES Potential applicants are advised that the meeting of stated job requirements does not assure invitation to interview as there may be several qualified applicants. This position may be temporarily filled by a substitute or in-house employee who may also be a candidate. All candidates are welcome to make inquiries at any time. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All applications must include the following documents to be considered:

• Letter of Introduction (Signed and dated letter of introduction. )
• Resume (An up-to-date resume including all dates of employment. )

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