Speech & Language Pathology Assistant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
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Posted on:
30+ days ago
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free open-enrollment charter public schools within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA) educating more than 10000 students and supporting 8300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social emotional and academic support for success in high school college and life.
Mission
Together with families and communities we create joyful academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choosecollege career and beyondso they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing even when its not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness racism oppression and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
The Opportunity
The Speech Language Pathology Assistant will provide speech and language therapy for students in grades K-8 at various KIPP SoCal school sites. They will focus on developing students oral communication skills to support their ability to access their educational program. They will report to the Specialized Services Program Manager and will be supported and supervised by a licensed Speech Language Pathologist.
What Youll Do
- Provide direct treatment to students under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist
- Provide direct treatment in individual and/or small group settings
- Follow and implement treatment plans
- Document student progress towards meeting established goals and objectives
- Tracker services in Wellilgent
- Participate in IEP meetings of students on assigned caseload
- Collaborate with teachers to ensure that students meet the goals outlined in their IEPs
- Provide individualized classroom strategies to facilitate specific communication skills
- Communicate with families of students on assigned caseload regarding progress toward IEP goals
- Participate as a member of the regional Special Education team
- Manage special projects as they relate to Special Education.
Youll Be Qualified If You Have
- Bachelors degree or completion of a SLPA program from an accredited program required
- Valid California Speech-Language Pathology Assistant License required
- Fluency is Spanish is preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with students in a school setting
- Demonstrated results working with students
- Ability to travel to multiple school sites across South Southeast and East Los Angeles
Joining KIPP SoCal Means the Following
- Working at an organization committed to the hard work necessary to ensure education is for liberation
- Spending time with students and families in the best communities of LA Compton and San Diego
- Support and care from fellow regional team members
- Ongoing professional development and coaching from manager
Working with Us Means the Following Perks
- Verycompetitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package (follow this link and refer to slides 8/9 for salary scale. This role is in Group SS1). Salary is based on years of experience at KIPP SoCal only so all team members will come in at Year 1.
- 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer dependents added at 50% of cost
- Employer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP Socal
- Voluntary Benefits (Supplemental Life Accident Short Term Disability Pet Insurance etc.)
- Generous time off program includes 22 holidays and sick leave
- Other great benefits (Flexible spending account EAP tuition reimbursement for dependents etc.)
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin veteran status disability sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
KIPP SoCal strives to ensure that our careers website is accessible to all including individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability please contact us. You can find our contact information on our website Information will be sent to a talent acquisition representative who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the hiring process.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
About Company
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates free, open-enrollment, public charter schools focused on preparing students in under-resourced communities in Los Angeles to lead choice-filled lives. We are part of the nationwide KIPP network of 224 schools across t ... View more
