Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Making Waves Academy • Richmond, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

When you join the team, you’ll make connections matter.
At Making Waves Academy, we believe communication is the foundation of equity. As a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist on our campus, you aren’t just treating disorders—you are empowering first-generation students to find their voice, master academic language, and lead their own futures. You will join a high-impact multidisciplinary team dedicated to closing the opportunity gap for students in grades 5–12.
You will own the speech and language services for our diverse middle and high school student body, serving as a lead clinician, advocate, and case manager.
Diagnostic Excellence: Conducting comprehensive evaluations (CELF-5, CASL-2) to determine SLI eligibility, with a specialized focus on distinguishing disability from cultural/linguistic differences in our English Learner (EL) populations.
Secondary-Level Therapy: Designing interventions that help adolescents navigate complex peer dynamics, "hidden" social rules, and the linguistic demands of a college-prep curriculum.
Functional Advocacy: Evaluating and implementing AAC devices to ensure every student—regardless of verbal ability—has a functional voice on campus.
Future-Ready Planning: Directly contributing to Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) for students 15+, aligning communication goals with their dreams for college or the workforce.
Consultative Impact: Partnering with teachers on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to make every classroom more accessible.
This is more than a clinical role; it’s a seat at the table. At MWA, you are a vital team member whose expertise shapes the culture of our campus.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree.
• Valid California Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential (or PPS).
• Valid License from the CA SLP & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).

Nice To Haves

• A deep passion for supporting first-generation, college-bound students from underserved communities.
• Experience with Secondary Transition Planning (Indicator 13).
• Proficiency in SEIS, SIRAS, or PowerSchool.
• The ability to build authentic rapport with "hard-to-reach" teenagers and coach them in self-advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive evaluations (CELF-5, CASL-2) to determine SLI eligibility, with a specialized focus on distinguishing disability from cultural/linguistic differences in our English Learner (EL) populations.
• Designing interventions that help adolescents navigate complex peer dynamics, "hidden" social rules, and the linguistic demands of a college-prep curriculum.
• Evaluating and implementing AAC devices to ensure every student—regardless of verbal ability—has a functional voice on campus.
• Directly contributing to Individual Transition Plans (ITPs) for students 15+, aligning communication goals with their dreams for college or the workforce.
• Partnering with teachers on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to make every classroom more accessible.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranges that reflect your specialized skill set.
• Full CalSTRS pension eligibility.
• A vibrant community where you’ll attend school competitions, performances, and assemblies—celebrating the students you support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time