Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Required Certificates and Licenses: Colorado Speech Language Pathologist Certification Required

Residency Requirements: Must reside in Colorado

• This position is remote and candidates must reside in Colorado

The Speech-Language Pathologist assesses, diagnoses, treats and helps to prevent communication and swallowing disorder in children experiencing communication problems that affect classroom activities, social interaction, literacy and learning.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Colorado Virtual Academy (COPA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Colorado Virtual Academy (COPA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

· Screens, evaluates, and provides speech-language therapy for students with identified speech-language impairments; Documents student performance;

· Provide support to student support team (SST)/response to intervention (RTI) processes;

· Provides case management of speech-only caseload;

· Monitors compliance for speech-only case managers;

· Monitors compliance with regulations;

· Instructs students/families in the use of appropriate communication technologies (specifically alternative augmentative communication devices) for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders and improving student success in the classroom;

· Maintains files and/or records, e.g. progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, reports, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance;

· Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars to convey and/or gather information.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Master's degree in speech language pathology AND

· Three (3) years of speech/language work experience OR

· Equivalent combination of education and experience

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Highly knowledgeable about Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirements

· Thorough knowledge and skill in conducting/interpreting comprehensive speech-language evaluations

· Thorough knowledge and skill in providing speech-language therapy services

· Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members to plan and deliver speech-language services to children

· Ability to create and deliver staff development

· Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills

· Strong organizational and time management skills

· Computer Software: Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Web proficiency.

· Ability to travel 20% of time for meetings, professional development, etc.

· Ability to pass background check requirements

DESIRED QUALFICATIONS:

· Management experience

Compensation & Benefits: Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level. Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefits elections. Offers will typically be in the bottom half of the range.

· Exempt (salary): Post annual salary We anticipate the salary range to be $40,575.60 - $73,000. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local