Speech Language Pathologist (or SLP Intern)

Wonderful College Prep Academy•Lost Hills, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Wonderful College Prep Academy (WCPA) is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech and language services to students with oral communication and speech/language impairments. This role involves screening, assessment, goal development, and implementing treatment services to support student learning. WCPA is a free, public charter network in California’s Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education. Founded in 2009, WCPA serves 2,400 students across two TK-12 schools in Lost Hills and Delano, offering innovative learning experiences, technology, and a focus on health and wellness. The academy provides on-site wellness centers, over 30 sports teams, learning farms, teaching kitchens, a modern dining hall, and the Wonderful Career Pathways program, allowing students to earn college credits and an associate degree while in high school. WCPA has been recognized for its leadership, innovation, and commitment to equity, including being named School of the Year by the California Charter Schools Association and America’s Healthiest Schools by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Speech Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders
Valid Clinical Credential from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing in Language, Speech, and Hearing, OR a California License as a Speech Language Pathologist
Relates positively to children and instills in them a desire to improve.
Relates positively to parents, school personnel, and other professional people.
Demonstrates personality characteristics that enhance effectiveness in a school setting.
Communicate effectively and use appropriate professional language skills in writing and speaking.
Demonstrates a positive attitude and desire to improve professional knowledge and competence.
Technology skills that allow the clinician to write web-based IEPs

Nice To Haves

Experience working as a Speech Language Pathologist in a K-12 setting (1 year preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide speech and language services to meet the individual needs of students with oral communication and speech/language impairments.
Screen and assess students' speech and language abilities.
Develop individualized goals for students.
Plan and implement appropriate speech and language treatment services to maximize student learning.
Support a vision of excellence for all students and work towards ambitious student outcomes.
Foster a safe, culturally responsive, and nurturing community where students love learning.
Create engaging learning experiences aligned to the academic model to accelerate student learning and achievement.
Regularly engage in individual student case management and make data-driven decisions.
Develop and execute innovative teaching and learning strategies.
Commit to continuous growth, engage in professional development, and contribute to the professional learning community.
Communicate regularly with families and attend key community events.
Determine a student's needs based on assessment provided by the student's school or outside agencies.
Conduct formal and/or informal assessments necessary to develop an appropriate diagnostic-prescriptive program.
Convey pertinent information to appropriate personnel, including referrals to community agencies.
Determine if students are eligible for services in the areas of articulation/phonology, abnormal voice, fluency, and language.
Provide written reports for parents and applicable personnel after assessment is completed.
Develop and implement an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and review IEPs at least annually.
Write progress reports.
Provide information and assistance to parents.
Schedule and provide individual and/or group therapy as determined by the IEP team.
Meet and confer with administrators and teachers about methods and techniques for dealing with special problems and modifying education programs for speech/language/hearing problems.
Arrange necessary materials and equipment for speech therapy activities.
Assume responsibility for implementation of Standard School District policies, State Department of Education regulations, and Federal regulations related to speech and language therapy services.
Pursue professional growth through conferences, workshops, and coursework.