Job Description
The Speech and Language Pathologist role encompasses a diverse set of responsibilities, including:
Providing direct treatment to students with speech-language impairments.
- Developing and executing educationally-based IEP communication goals, aligning with classroom curriculum.
- Conducting Speech and Language screenings, creating treatment plans, and documenting student progress.
- Performing formal assessments and generating reports to analyze assessment results.
- Actively participating in IEP meetings and collaborating with teachers to ensure goal achievement.
- Offering personalized classroom strategies to improve communication skills.
- Engaging with students' families to discuss progress toward IEP objectives.
- Collecting, managing, and analyzing academic data to monitor school performance and student achievement.
- Serving as a key team member in the regional Special Education department.
- Managing special projects related to Special Education.
- Maintaining regular communication with the regional Director of Special Education.
- Adapting to fulfill other assigned duties as needed, contributing to the school's overall success.
Qualifications
Required SPL License: The Speech and Language Service Pathologist (SLP) plays a pivotal role in assessing and delivering Speech and Language therapy to students across all grade levels. Their primary focus is on enhancing students' oral communication skills to facilitate their access to the educational curriculum. The SLP will report directly to the Special Education Director at the school site.
1. Speech and Language Service Pathologist (SLP) License: Possession of the necessary license and qualifications to practice as an SLP, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
2. Commitment to Inclusive Education: A deep commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom culture, with a focus on social-emotional learning as a foundational principle.
3. Cultural Competence and Diversity: Proven experience in effectively working with diverse student populations, including English language learners and students with special needs, along with an unwavering dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
Shift Schedule
Regular school hours typically run from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday - Friday.
During this time, teachers are engaged in classroom instruction, student interactions, and various educational activities.
Responsibilities include teaching lessons, facilitating discussions, and managing classroom dynamics.
Additionally, teachers may have duties such as monitoring recess, lunch, or extracurricular activities.
Teacher Preparation Hours:
Teacher preparation hours encompass the time spent outside of regular school hours for various professional tasks.
This includes planning lessons, grading assignments, and preparing educational materials.
Teachers also use this time for individualized student support, meetings with colleagues or parents, and professional development.
The extent and structure of teacher preparation hours may vary depending on the school's policies and specific responsibilities.
In summary, the regular school and teacher preparation hours are essential components of a teacher's schedule. Regular school hours involve classroom instruction and student interaction, while teacher preparation hours involve various tasks such as lesson planning, grading, and professional development to ensure effective teaching and student success.
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary Range: Teacher Salary Schedule
Generous time off
- 403b retirement plan and CalSTRS for CalSTRS-eligible positions
Health Insurance
$50,000 employer-paid life insurance policy
- Voluntary life, accident, and critical illness insurances
- Voluntary health and dependent care flex spending accounts (FSA)
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