Speech Language Pathologist (25.26 School Year)--Part-time and Full Time Opportunities!

Speech Language Pathologist (25.26 School Year)

Part-time and Full Time Opportunities!

Job Description

KIPP St. Louis is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) to become part of our vibrant educational community. This role may travel between our school locations and work with a variety of age groups.

Position type: Full-time or Part Time

Key Outcomes of the role...

• Implement IEP goals for speech and language students.
• Score a 90% or higher on compliance audit for special education

What you will do...

Under the leadership of the Director of Special Education, and in collaboration with School Leaders and Teachers, the Speech-Language Pathologist will use effective strategies to serve the needs of students with communication disorders at KIPP St. Louis. The position will include the following roles and responsibilities:

Planning and Oversight:

• Determine and use procedures for referrals, identification, diagnosis, case termination and follow-up of Speech/Language Pathology students.
• Establish daily schedules for assigned students according to service minutes established in the IEP.

Screening, Testing, Diagnosing and Advising

• Perform initial evaluations and re-evaluations as required by federal, state, and district guidelines.
• Analyzes and interprets information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech-language services.
• Determines the effects of the student's impairment in regard to accessing the general curriculum
• Utilize allocated coordination time to perform additional professional responsibilities including developing and updating therapy plans, holding parent conferences, staff consultations, and classroom observations.
• Schedules interventions using a variety of service delivery models, including classroom intervention, consultation/collaboration, and pull-out as appropriate to meet student needs in the least restrictive environment
• Consult and collaborate with members of students' teams to monitor academic progress and
• design/implement IEP accommodations/modifications.

Managing and Conducting Therapy

• Develop and implement an IEP (and other supporting paperwork) for each student within mandated timelines
• Attend and serve as a member of the IEP team to determine the eligibility of students
• Complete progress reports for each student served.
• Maintain an individual folder for each student that contains all forms required by federal and state mandates.

Qualifications

What you bring to the table:

• Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology (REQUIRED)
• Missouri Speech and Language Pathology License (REQUIRED)
• Experience in pediatrics/school-based speech and language therapy strongly preferred
• Dedication to helping children grow and learn
• A passion for working with students from underserved communities
• Ability to take and quickly implement feedback

Additional Information

What we bring to the table:

• $0 deductible healthcare plan option, including medical, vision and dental.
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• $50,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
• Retirement plan through PSRSSL with a 14.5% match and an optional 403b as a supplement to our pension program
• Employee Recognition: When we succeed together, we celebrate together with our annual gala award ceremony, christmas party, and more!
• Public Service student loan forgiveness program qualified employer
• Longevity Bonuses: 2, 5, and 10 year financial rewards
• Generous time off:
• Paid leave for illness, personal days, bereavement, jury duty, and military-related leave
• Paid parental leave for new families
• Paid holidays, as well as a one week Thanksgiving break, a two-week winter break, a week-long spring break
• Wellness days and Fabulous Fridays (leave at 1:30 on Friday once a month)
• On-going professional development opportunities:
• Weekly coaching sessions
• Weekly school-based professional development
• Five in-person PD days during the year for all KIPP St. Louis teachers