Speech Language Pathologist, Clinical Fellow

Overview

Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998 to transform inequitable outcomes, Aspire is one of the largest open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare scholars for success in college, career, and life. We strive for an environment grounded in Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

The Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist provides a full range of speech and language services to children in grades K-12, including screening and assessment in English and Spanish (as needed), individual and group therapy, and consultation with school teams. As a member of the IEP team, the SLP-bilingual helps determine student eligibility for services, appropriate programming, and ongoing progress.

• Provide direct, individual or small group instruction to identified pupils as required in the IEP
• Collaborate with other personnel working with Special Education students
• Screen, assess (in English and Spanish as needed), and provide speech and language services to students who qualify for services per State standards
• Conduct parent interviews with Spanish-speaking parents in their native language
• Develop IEPs for students who qualify for Special Education under the Primary Eligibility of Speech and Language
• Participate in developing and implementing Individual Educational Plans for students who qualify for Related Services
• Communicate directly with parents as needed, including in Spanish if relevant
• Provide direct, individual and/or small group instruction on a regularly scheduled basis as required in the IEP
• Regularly collaborate with team members, parents, and related service providers to review student data, ensure IEP implementation, and co-plan/co-teach
• Participate in developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs for Related Services per California educational codes
• Screen, assess, and provide services aligned with Common Core and English Language Development standards
• Create and maintain records, files, and reports as required by federal, state, and SELPA regulations
• Maintain knowledge of current regulations pertaining to special education and meet IDEA requirements related to case management
• Maintain a high level of rigor for students with disabilities to ensure equitable access to standards by developing instructional materials and strategies for SPED students in the general education setting
• Implement health and mobility supports (1:1 in classroom, health-related needs under supervision of the school nurse, and assist with mobility) and assist with physical needs as needed
• Input weekly IEP service tracking and meet all IEP timelines
• Create and maintain notifications, records, files, and reports as required by regulations
• Develop a progress monitoring tool for students, regularly shared with staff and parents for team decision-making
• Communicate frequently with parents about student progress and collaborate to gain input
• Collaborate with outside providers as needed and appropriate with parent consent

• Master’s Degree
• Valid California Speech-Language Pathology School Services credential or California Clinical or Rehabilitative Services credential with an authorization in Language, Speech and Hearing
• Certificate of Clinical Competence
• 1+ year experience working with students with special needs in an educational setting

• Move between positions and environments as needed
• Remain stationary for periods and/or stand or sit for extended times
• Move to various worksites as required
• Assess accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work
• Communicate with others to exchange information
• Repetitive motions involving wrists, hands, and fingers

• Clear the Department of Justice background screening
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Provide health (TB) clearance (renewed every four years)

The work environment is representative of a normal office or classroom setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Aspire offers a competitive salary and benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and adoption assistance.

Aspire SLP Salary Scale

Equal Opportunity - Aspire Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.