Speech-Language Pathologist: Wardlaw Program (part-time/20 hours a week)

Speech‑Language Pathologist – Wardlaw (part‑time/20 hours a week) Start Date: July 2026 The Atlanta Speech School provides an unmatched opportunity to learn from both peers and experts in the field, and to contribute to the School’s growing body of knowledge. Beyond seeking proficiency, we work to construct a Deep Reading Brain for each child at the School and, through our Rollins Center for Language & Literacy, for every child beyond the school. Deep reading requires learning to make connections between what we read and what we think, feel and do. Through deep reading, children develop empathy, hone critical thinking, and go on to make the greatest possible difference in the lives of others.

PROGRAM SUMMARY

The Wardlaw School serves children with average to superior intelligence and mild to moderate language‑based learning disabilities including dyslexia and related challenges. Students, aged 5 to 12 (kindergarten through 6th grade), typically have a diagnosis of dyslexia or “red flags” for the disorder, and may also have difficulty understanding and/or using spoken language, expressing themselves in written language, or experience mathematical disabilities.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Wardlaw School employs passionate professionals who strive to be leaders in their field and who are committed to excellence in the education of all children. Knowledge and understanding of research‑based practices in the areas of language development, reading and math are the cornerstone of all that we do. We seek to hire innovators and thinkers who choose to work in an environment where they can truly make a difference in the life of a child.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Plan and implement appropriate intervention for children with mild to moderate language‑based learning disabilities. Derive remediation strategies and goals from students’ psycho‑educational evaluations as well as from diagnostic therapy, testing, and teaching. Evaluate students as needed to further define language strengths and weaknesses. Interpret language difficulties in terms of their impact on academic progress. Work collaboratively with the classroom teacher to establish and implement appropriate language goals for each student within a class setting. Provide individual and small group pull‑out therapy as well as whole‑class language instruction as appropriate. Complete speech and language sections for two written reports per school year and participate in parent‑teacher conferences. Communicate effectively with parents and teachers. Serve a typical full‑time caseload of 3 classrooms (36 students).

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

A Master’s degree in speech‑language pathology, ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, and a valid Georgia license in Speech‑Language Pathology are required. Experience in a school setting is desirable and a background or experience in learning disabilities a plus. The Wardlaw School is dedicated to ongoing staff development and provides opportunities for individuals to add to their repertoire of skills and methodology.

SALARY

Salary is commensurate with credentials and experience.

BENEFITS

Accrued sick time Complimentary lunch Cost reduction of some Speech School services

INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENT

We are committed to providing a community through which all our students, families, and staff show up safely as themselves and for each other. As stewards of this environment, it is our responsibility to ensure safety extends to every person, inclusive of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, family structures, sexual orientations, and any other aspect of their identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Speech-Language-Hearing Association