Speech Language Pathologist

KIPP SoCal Public Schools • Los Angeles, CA

47d

About The Position

What We Believe KIPP SoCal believes that the purpose of education is for liberation. This means that we see, develop, and inspire the limitless potential in each and all of our KIPPsters. What We Do At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow. You Should Apply If You have previous experience as a Speech Language Pathologist providing speech support to children in grades K-8; especially in a school environment. You are an excellent communicator who enjoys working with teachers, administration and other school staff. You are passionate about developing students' oral communication skills to support their ability to access their educational program.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree from an ASHA accredited university is required
• Valid California Speech-Language Pathologist license/credential is required
• Demonstrated results working with students
• Knowledge of IEP present levels and goal-writing

Nice To Haves

• Certificate of Clinical Competency is preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with students in a school setting is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct treatment to students with speech-language impairments
• Develop and implement educationally-based Individualized Education Program (IEP) communication goals using a variety of service delivery models to support the classroom curriculum
• Conduct speech and language screenings
• Follow and implement treatment plans
• Document student progress towards meeting established goals and objectives
• Conduct formal assessments
• Participate in IEP meetings of students on assigned caseload
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure that students meet the goals outlined in their IEPs
• Provide individualized classroom strategies to facilitate specific communication skills
• Communicate with families of students on assigned caseload regarding progress toward IEP goals
• Participate as a member of the regional Special Education team
• Manage special projects as they relate to Special Education.

Benefits

• Very competitive and transparent compensation package (follow link and refer to slides 8/9 for salary scale. This role is in Group SS4), where we can honor up to 4 years of prior experience as an SLP to start on step 5 of the scale. This is also inclusive of a generous benefits package.
• This position is signing bonus eligible
• 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of cost
• Employer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
• Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, Pet Insurance, etc.)
• Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and 10 days sick leave
• Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, tuition reimbursement for dependents, etc.)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees