Speech Language Pathologist - 2024-2025 School Year
Job Description
OUR MISSION: New Orleans Charter Science and Mathematics High School (“Sci High”) is an open-admission public charter school that prepares all students for college admissions and successful careers. Sci High provides a rigorous high school curriculum with an emphasis in science and in a supportive environment of learning and respect that prepares students to make informed choices about post-secondary pursuits.
POSITION OVERVIEW: Sci High is currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Speech Language Pathologist. As a successful Speech-Language Pathologist, you will work with Diverse Learners to provide high-quality school-based speech-language services, which include: treatment of speech-language, social-communication, and cognitive-communication disorders in students. The Speech Language Pathologist is a member of the IEP team and is responsible for developing appropriate IEP goals to meet student needs; communicating with teachers, parents, and related service providers; and ensuring that student goals are addressed in and/or outside of the classroom. The speech-language pathologist works collaboratively with diverse learners and general education teachers to support students' communication and academic and social learning, as described and outlined in their IEPs.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION:
Master's Degree Preferred in Speech Pathology Eligible for an ancillary speech pathology certification through the Louisiana Department of Education Active license in speech/language pathology from the Louisiana Board of Examiners for Speech-language Pathology and Audiology
Certification by American Speech-Language-Hearing Association PREFERRED
Professional licensure and Louisiana certification in speech-language pathology (CCC-SLP)
School experience PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS: An ideal candidate would have the following experiences and qualifications:
Conducting assessments and evaluations in accordance with parent/guardian and student rights and Louisiana Bulletin 1508 if qualified.
Uses a variety of appropriate tools and techniques to evaluate and report student progress.
Utilizes purposeful speech activities that support goals and increase access in the general education setting.
Serves as the case manager and develops and implements IEPs to meet the individual needs of the student.
Participates as an active IEP team member in IEP meetings.
Prepares and maintains accurate records and progress notes.
Educates and demonstrates therapy techniques to parents that can be incorporated into the home.
Experience collaborating with both Special Education and General Education teachers;
Excellent skills in communicating with families and advocating for students; Communicates regularly with parents, faculty, and staff
Skilled in working with a diverse community;
Candidates should also have a commitment to the following beliefs:
ALL students can learn and prepare themselves for college admissions and success as productive members of society;
ALL stakeholders -- staff, teachers, students, and parents -- must agree that quality education is their shared responsibility;
ALL stakeholders must be committed to high-quality standards and expectations of themselves and each other;
Learning is a process of continuous improvement for ALL stakeholders;
Effective collaboration and communication are essential to the success of our school;
Diversity enriches our school community;
A safe supportive learning environment is critical to our students' achievement.
REQUIREMENTS OF WORK: As a member of the Diverse Learners Team, you are expected to:
Manage Caseload
Monitor student progress towards IEP goals and graduation;
Communicate specific performance expectations to students;
Help promote students’ independence, positive self-concept, social skills and self-help skills.
Ensure Compliance
Ensure that documentation is maintained in compliance with policy and state and federal law.
Stay Informed
Effectively communicate with school administrators, teachers, student service personnel, and parents regarding student performance and plans for improvement.
Participate in Professional Development
Keep abreast of new instructional and behavioral methods and techniques;
APPLICATION PROCESS: Our hiring process is a rigorous one and typically includes the following steps:
School Governance
