Speech Language Pathologist - Signing Bonus Eligible

Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.

Mission Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.

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.

Please note: This is a full-time, in-person position (non-contracted)

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.

Master’s Degree from an ASHA accredited university is required

Valid California Speech-Language Pathologist license/credential is required

Certificate of Clinical Competency is preferred

Minimum of 1 year of experience working with students in a school setting is preferred

Demonstrated results working with students

Knowledge of IEP present levels and goal-writing

Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation

Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA, Compton, and San Diego

Support and care from fellow regional team members

Ongoing professional development and coaching from manager

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 the cost

Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance

401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal

Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)

Generous paid time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave, and vacation

Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, etc.)

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