Elementary Speech Language Pathologist (Please apply directly to STEM School Highlands Ranch - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Douglas County School District • Shellman, GA

2d • $62,150 - $131,345 • Onsite

About The Position

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential. The Elementary Speech Language Pathologist provides assessment, intervention, consultation, and support services to elementary students with communication needs. This position works collaboratively with educators, families, therapists, and student support teams to ensure students receive the services and support necessary for academic and social success.

Requirements

• Colorado Department of Education Special Services Provider License – Speech Language Pathologist.
• Master's degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders from an accredited institution.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Mac and PC platforms, Google Workspace, and educational technology tools.
• Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move quickly throughout the building and campus.
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting.

Nice To Haves

• Current CCC's with ASHA are held (for Medicaid reimbursement documentation and SLP-A supervision).

Responsibilities

• Assess speech, language, social cognition, and assistive technology needs of students.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized therapy plans and interventions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of services, student progress, and required reports.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, therapists, and support staff regarding student needs and services.
• Participate in MTSS and RTI processes as a member of the Student Support Team.
• Utilize technology and evidence-based practices to support student learning and communication development.
• Plan and deliver engaging instructional and therapeutic activities.
• Participate in professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
• Serve as a positive role model for students, families, and colleagues.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in support of student success
• Responsible for managing student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.
• Perform certain duties including but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and supporting certain extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations, participating in department and school meetings, and parent meetings.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of every treatment/session delivered to students whether direct or indirect services. Information will be documented into either the current IEP system and/or current Medicaid system.
• Document all student services who are eligible for Medicaid reimbursement if current CCC's with ASHA are held.
• Complete records of students' progress and development preparing required reports on students and activities.
• Supervise SLP-A's if current CCC's with ASHA are held.
• Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Documents health related services in Designated Medicaid documentation system for the DCSD School Medicaid Reimbursement Program.
• Utilize technology and integrate the use of technology to provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities, instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, observe, evaluate, encourage and provide feedback on student's performance and development.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development preparing required reports on students and activities.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
• Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
• Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
• FSA (medical and dependent care), Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service
• health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level