2026-27 ESA Audiologist Pool

Apply now for the2026 - 2027 school year!

This postings is a pool for interestedAudiologistto submit an application to indicate interest in employment withClover Park School District.

*Total PossibleSalaryRange:$71847 - $135415/yr

Contracted Days:183

FTE - 1.0

IDENTIFYING INFORMATION

A. Job Title: B. Classification Level:
ESA-Audiologist CPEA Salary Schedule

C. Reports to:
Special Education Administrator

SUMMARY OF ASSIGNMENT

Under the direction of the Director or Special Education Supervisor and in collaboration with building principals the Audiologist is responsible for managing an audiological program that addresses student needs coordinating audiological services with school personnel assessing the effectiveness of the program managing facilities and equipment working with administrative staff and other school personnel to accomplish program goals and objectives preparing financial reports and coordinating the orientation of newly appointed personnel and school nurses in regards to audiological services. Services to students may be provided at students assigned schools (in a resource self-contained and/or integrated settings).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assessing and/or providing direct services to D/HH (Deaf/Hard of Hearing) student needs in areas of: learning environment and acoustics amplification childs ability to manage personal amplification self-advocacy skills communication repair skills and auditory development in a resource self-contained and integrated setting.
• The audiologist is responsible for administering standard diagnostic tests and procedures in keeping with individual student needs promoting effective interpersonal relations with students parents and staff obtaining additional/supplementary diagnostic records formulating conclusions and recommendations and interpreting diagnostic information.
• The audiologist is responsible for making recommendations regarding the need for further audiological or other support services coordinating ontological services assisting in obtaining placement and assessment services for other children being considered for placement.
• Interpreting audiological findings from outside agencies and make recommendations for accommodations strategies and goals to IEP and 504 teams.
• Instructing eligible students parents and staff in the use of appropriate communication technologies (e.g. hearing aids FM systems augmentative communication devices etc.) for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements.
• Monitoring and providing training to students parents and teachers on needs of D/HH students and management of amplification devices and keeping equipment in good repair.
• Determining student candidacy for Hearing Assistance Technology (HAT); selecting fitting verifying and monitoring HAT.
• Performing the necessary battery of auditory assessments on students referred by school districts and or students enrolled for the purpose of providing information to concerned parties and districts in order to maximize student success.
• Preparing a wide variety of written materials (e.g. correspondence memos treatment plans reports required documentation etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities providing written reference and/or conveying information.
• Researching resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques assessment tools and methods through workshops/seminars and meetings community resources etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students needs.
• Designing the strategies of instruction and assisting with the selection and evaluation of equipment and materials necessary to implement such strategy.
• Designing and implementing an appropriate educational program in the least restrictive environment along with diagnostic techniques with long-range and short-term goals for each student assigned to the program.
• Working collaboratively with other Special Education staff to serve students with similar educational needs and working towards common goals in support of Professional Learning Communities and contributing to the orderly development and conduct of program learning activities and curriculum.
• Directing paraeducators and/or other support staff for the purpose of providing an effective program and addressing the needs of each student.
• Performing functional hearing assessments (Pre/K to 21).
• Promoting and maintaining regular communication with parents/guardians to inform about student progress and needs as well as encouraging an understanding of the Districts and programs educational goals.
• Engaging in in-service and career development activities which promote personal professional growth.
• Maintaining regular attendance; adhere to board policy and the mutually bargained leave and attendance terms as stated in the collective bargaining agreement.
• The Audiologist communicates regularly with program staff building personnel and other staff members in order to assist them in meeting District program goals. The Audiologist is considered a support staff rather than administrative position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ORIENTATION & MOBILITY

• Ensure student safety at all times and in all environments while fostering maximum independence.
• Maintain active knowledge about community resources available to students assigned to the program.
• Provide training to regular and special education personnel administrative personnel peers and parents concerning needs of the students and appropriate methods for interacting with the D/HH student with an emphasis on fostering maximum independence and safety.
• Promote and maintain regular communication with parents/guardians to inform about student progress and needs as well as encourage an understanding of the District and program educational goals.
• Maintain adequate records on all assessments IEPs progress reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Doctoral degree (Au. D.) or M.S. in Audiology.
• One year of educational audiology experience preferred.
• Two years of pediatrics/educational audiology experience preferred.

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of deaf culture and issues related to living with a hearing loss.
• Cultural Competency; ability to effectively work with diverse populations.
• Ability to read and understand audiograms and work with the D/HH related equipment.
• Leadership skills that support program objectives.
• Ability to gather assess analyze report and convey student data.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
• Ability to observe monitor and evaluate student performance.
• Ability to take initiative work independently and effectively manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and/or priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidential material and information and exercise sound decision making skills.
• Excellent communication and human relation skills.
• Skilled in using data to monitor and change intervention strategies for students to achieve established goals.
• Ability to communicate and interact positively with all types of disabled students OT Psychologist Audiologistrofessional associates and patrons of the school district
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Proficient knowledge and experience operating a personal computer and applications in word processing spreadsheet database and presentational software.
• Knowledge of educational versus medical concerns needing assistance from an audiologist.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain/clean audiology equipment.
• Ability to be flexible in regards to scheduling school selections and assignments.
• Ability to organize workload in two or more work locations on a daily basis.

Required Certification & Licenses

• Eligible for Educational Staff Associate Certificate in Audiology.
• Washington State Audiologist license.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in the school to and between school sites is necessary. Teamwork and high productivity requirements create frequent extra hour days attendance at meetings before and after work. Must be able to talk and use fingers hands and arms and to listen carefully and focus while filtering out normal office noise. May involve negotiating steps ramps uneven surfaces and going outdoors in all types of weather to reach some classrooms or other buildings. Tolerance of occasional loud noises and ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time are required.

FLSA: Exempt AFFILIATION: CPEA

JOB CLASS: Teacher YEAR: 183 days

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employees responsibility.) The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.

Insurance Benefits

Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31) are eligible for medical dental vision long term disability and basic life insurance benefits.

Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link information on available benefit options.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems Plan. For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Clink on the link for information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.

To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.

*Clover Park School District total possible pay consists of base salary plus the following:

Building Centered Responsibility - 5 days

District Centered Responsibility - 2.5 days

Event Responsibility - 1 day

Attendance required for compensation of responsibility pay (building-centered district-centered and event).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race ethnicity creed religion color national origin immigration or citizenship status age honorably discharged veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity homelessness the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability neurodivergence the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability or marital status. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address questions and complaints of alleged discrimination to the following individuals at Clover Park School District 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW Lakewood Washington 98499-1341:Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director of Compliance and Student Services ;Section 504/ADA Coordinator Jennifer Herbold Executive Director of Special Education . Title IX inquiries may also be directed to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR) Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures and how to report a concern or complaint is available at OSPI required language per RCW 28A.300.286 is available at