Speech Language Pathologist

Job Overview : The Bilingual Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for providing diagnostic assessments, therapy, intervention, and extended year service; collaborating with teachers, students and families; and carrying out the school’s vision of inclusion. Reports To: The Bilingual Speech and Language Pathologist, reports directly to the Director of Student Services. Responsibilities and Dutie sPrimar yProvide speech and language therapy that addresses goals for students as indicated per their Individual Education Plan sProvide and complete comprehensive diagnostic assessments of speech, voice, and language impairments in a timely manner; and determines the presence/absence of a specific communication disorder which adversely impacts academic progres sProvide intervention to students through Response to Interventio nProvide speech as a related service, as indicated, on Section 504 Accommodation Plan sParticipate in Multidisciplinary team meetings and fulfill responsibilities of presenting progress summaries on present levels of performance, and proposed IEP goal sAssist and guide teachers in observing, describing and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairment sAssist in the proper referrals of students to agencies and specialists in the community as appropriate .Keep thorough and timely records for each student receiving therapy or other school provided speech-language service sCollaborate with general and special education teachers to support students achieving IEP goal sHold high expectations for each studen tCreate and foster a positive learning environmen tEstablish and maintain strong communication lines with all parent sCollaborate with parents; provide resources and information for familie sAttend pre-planned evening events throughout the year such as APTT, Expo, Flamboyan family visits, etc

• Encouraged to attend at least one family event a year such as orientation, prospective parent info sessions, family potlucks, etc
• Provide ESY services in Mundo Verde’s summer program for an additional stipen

dOther Participate in school events outside of regular school hours (i.e. Learning Expos, open houses, etc. )Provide speech and language services in Mundo Verde’s summer program (runs through 3rd week in July) for an additional stipen dSupervise students pursuing their speech and language license if the opportunity / need arise sOther duties as assigned Qualifications, Skills and Value sQualification sCandidates must have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in speech pathology or communication sciences

• A master’s degree in these areas is preferred
• A Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech and Language Pathology is required
• At least two years of experience in an elementary school setting required, 3 or more years as a Speech and Language Pathologist preferred
• Advanced or native proficiency in Spanish required. Experience or strength in phonemic awareness and reading remediation preferred
• Urban teaching experience preferre

Skills and Valu esDemonstrated ability to be an independent solutions-oriented problem-solv erCommitment to demonstrate love and joy towards students, colleagues, and the wo rkWilling, hard-working attitude with a growth mindset toward self, students, and colleagu esDemonstrated ability to take ownership of personal work and the school missi onCapacity to embody the characteristics of a Community Steward by practicing six community building virtues and values every day: 1) Empathy, 2) Speak your truth, 3) Perseverance, 4) Inquiry, 5) Collaboration, and 6) Appreciati onAbility to establish strong, trusting, and authentic relationships with students, colleagues, families and other stakeholde rsAbility to manage time and work in a fast paced, dynamic school environment, multi task, prioritize and stay calm under pressu re Other Job Detai ayLocatio n: Either camp usPosition Type: This is a 10-month salaried position which is exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards A ctEmployment subject to TB test, fingerprinting and background che ckWhat we off erMundo Verde cares for and values our phenomenal staff and provides the following : A competitive salary based on one’s education and experien ceA Tier 1 school home in which to inspire children in a progressive environme ntAn opportunity to be a part of developing compassionate global stewards and life-long biliterate learne rsColleagues who are devoted to their practice, their students, and the school missi onA leadership team dedicated to supporting professional growth by providing feedback and suppo rtA 3-4 week summer institute and other professional development opportunities as availab leFT salary: A benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short/long-term and life insurance, employer contributions to a 401(k), a transportation stipend, and paid time off (10 days of PTO: 7 Sick, 3 Personal), off on winter break, spring break and holidays scheduled in the school calenda r.MVBPCS is an equal opportunity employe r. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mundo Verde Bilingual Public Charter School