Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating students in grades K-12 with speech (including articulation, phonological, voice, resonance, and fluency disorders), language, and social communication disorders. He/she also serves as a campus consultant for staff, teachers, and parents on issues related to speech and language development. The SLP is responsible for maintaining accurate clinical records for students receiving speech therapy. This position furthers the mission of KIPP Texas as it helps ensure that all students with communication disorders receive the specialized interventions they need to make meaningful progress and lead a life of choice.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate students with speech impairments
• Provide therapy to students that are identified as speech impaired
• Evaluate the effectiveness of speech therapy
• Provide informative workshops for educators, school leaders and faculty members
• Attend and participate in monthly Special Education meetings with the Director of Special Populations

Qualifications

Education and Knowledge:

• Valid licensure through Texas Department of Licensure & Regulation as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Valid Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology
• Previous experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in a school setting

Skills:

• Experience collaborating with teammates
• Experience using a variety of assessments to diagnose communication disorders
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
• Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details
• Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making
• Ability to synthesize knowledge and present it to stakeholders in a comprehensive manner
• Independent, self-starter with a strong focus on student development
• Proven written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children
• Responsiveness; Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and staff members is essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines
• Reliable transportation

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise.

As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas' benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans starting as low as $25/month.

KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.