Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Atlantis Academy•Pacifica, CA

17d•$110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join its Special Education team. The role serves students in a K–12 special education program and provides individualized speech therapy tailored to students’ diagnoses and needs. Services include direct instruction, prescriptive evaluation, consultation with parents or guardians and home school district representatives, writing IEP goals and interventions, monitoring progress, attending IEP meetings, and collaborating with educational teams to support communication skills and overall development. The SLP evaluates and treats students, maintains compliant and accurate clinical records, communicates with families and service providers, and works with multidisciplinary professionals to coordinate care. The position also contributes to clinical quality through staff training, sharing current best practices, mentoring, and clinical guidance and supervision in home and community-based settings.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in speech pathology or a closely related field.
Currently licensed or in the process of obtaining a California state speech-language pathology credential.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company-approved crisis management training.
Prior experience and/or knowledge providing speech-language instruction, guidance, or support to children; experience in alternative, special education, or behavioral health programs is preferred.
Knowledge of special education services and compliance, effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision-making, and working with children who have IEPs.
Skill working with children with severe learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, and/or related disabilities.
Demonstrated success developing and implementing effective treatment plans for children with diverse needs and abilities.
Ability to motivate students and have critical conversations that help them work toward realistic goals.
Strong relationship-building skills with students, parents, teachers, and community and/or district partners.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Knowledge of relevant technology, including instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry, and basic office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience or knowledge providing speech-language instruction, guidance, or support to children, preferably in an alternative, special education, or behavioral health program setting.

Responsibilities

Evaluate students’ communication strengths and needs and design and implement individualized, evidence-based speech therapy programs aligned with collaborative treatment goals.
Monitor student progress using data-driven methods and provide meaningful updates reflecting goals, preferences, and developmental milestones.
Use age-appropriate therapy techniques to strengthen speech, language, cognitive, and memory skills in naturalistic environments.
Write timely progress reports for interdisciplinary discussions and adapt therapy services to optimize outcomes.
Maintain accurate case records in compliance with agency policies and state regulations, and routinely review and update client documentation.
Complete timely session notes and submit accurate billing documentation within 24 hours of each client interaction.
Communicate with families about scheduling, challenges, and make-up sessions.
Share practical strategies with parents and service providers to support carryover of speech and communication goals at home and school.
Conduct clinical assessments, recommend evidence-based treatment plans, and manage their implementation.
Complete intake processes, evaluate therapy plans, and track progress toward clinical performance indicators.
Facilitate staff trainings, share current best practices, and mentor team members to improve clinical service quality.
Build trusting therapeutic relationships with clients and families to support goal achievement and long-term communication success.
Provide clinical guidance and supervision in home and community-based settings.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, and educational psychologists, in team meetings and case conferences.
Perform additional assigned responsibilities and contribute to a positive team culture and effective clinical service delivery.