Speech and Language Pathologist

LIFELONG LEARNING ADMINISTRATION CO•Los Angeles, CA

20d•$98,262 - $120,098

About The Position

The Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) works with school students to screen, evaluate, diagnose, and treat communication disorders, including articulation, fluency, voice, verbal and written language, auditory comprehension, and cognitive communication. The position develops and delivers components of speech and language programs specified in students’ Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs), attends IEP meetings for assigned students, and reports periodically on student progress. The role supports multiple school sites in the Los Angeles, Inland Empire, and High Desert regions, and may require travel between locations to meet site-specific needs. It reports to the Area Superintendent, Director, Special Education, or their designee. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with a day shift.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders from an accredited institution.
A valid California Preliminary or Clear Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential; or a valid license issued by the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board and eligibility for a Certificate of Clearance issued by CTC; or current enrollment in an approved SLP Services Credential program and eligibility for a state-issued waiver.
Knowledge of formal and informal language, speech, and hearing assessment procedures, techniques, instrumentation, and the implications of speech and language disorders in educational settings.
Knowledge of Federal and State Education Codes, including K–12 and public charter school laws and governance.
Understanding of independent study, personalized learning, and distance learning models.
Knowledge of high school credits, graduation requirements, academic interventions, and alternative education programs.
Ability to work with students with speech, language, and communication deficits and students with special needs.
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills, including the ability to evaluate alternatives using logic and reasoning.
Ability to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in challenging situations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and education and student information systems.
Ability to travel in the performance of job duties.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of K–12 instruction, business, and human resource functions within California.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and/or participate in multidisciplinary student assessments and collaborate on multidisciplinary reports.
Provide speech therapy addressing students’ speech production, vocal production, and language needs.
Partner with teachers to integrate language and communication skills into regular educational activities.
Document and collect data on consultation sessions using the specified district platform, provide regular assessments, and document progress.
Maintain organized client files and treatment logs and provide appropriate documentation to the interdisciplinary team.
Conduct student screenings and/or assessments of language, voice, fluency, articulation, or hearing.
Develop speech and language goals and objectives and deliver services as determined by an IEP.
Develop and implement high-quality, legally compliant IEPs and maintain compliance with applicable standards, requirements, laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Attend and participate in required team, staff, and IEP meetings.
Develop instructional materials and evaluate commercially available treatment materials.
Keep current on research and developments in speech therapy, including assessment, treatment, and service delivery such as teletherapy.
Serve as a resource to teachers and other service providers.
Manage time efficiently, follow the schedule, and inform appropriate personnel of schedule departures.
Perform administrative duties and other assigned responsibilities, which may change or be modified.