Speech & Language Pathologist Assistant (IMMEDIATE)

The Organization

Lighthouse Community Public Schools

At Lighthouse Community Public Schools we are engaged in an educational movement that goes beyond our classrooms working to disrupt inequities by providing our students and families exceptional educational opportunities every day. Grounded in our core values of community, integrity, agency, love, and social justice rooted in the Expeditionary Learning Education Model, LCPS is a leader in fostering innovative schools achieving exceptional student outcomes where each child is at the center of their own learning. Our mission is to prepare diverse students for college, a career of their choice, and to be lifelong changemakers. Founded in 2002, LCPS operates two high-achieving K-12 public charter schools--Lighthouse and Lodestar--serving over 1,600 students in East Oakland. Lighthouse is a beacon for public education and our graduates fulfill the promise of a better, brighter Oakland.

Learn more at www.lighthousecharter.org.

The Opportunity

Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (IMMEDIATE)

Competencies and Qualifications

Lighthouse Community Charter School is looking for a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant who is relentlessly committed to ensuring that traditionally underserved students achieve our mission of completing college and securing the career of choice. Lighthouse staff believe that this important mission is not only attainable; it is essential to transforming our Oakland community.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Address student’s speech production, vocal production, and language needs through speech therapy according to students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP)

• Plan and provide appropriate individual and group speech and language therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals under the direction of a state-licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

• Implement documented treatment plans or protocols developed by a supervising SLP

• Assist with screenings and evaluations as directed by supervising SLP

• Collect data and document student progress toward meeting Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goals

• Prepares for use in the classroom therapy materials and such as picture cards and games, and equipment, such as augmentative communication devices.

• Implement behavior management techniques to encourage a positive learning environment

• May participate in parent conferences and pupil instruction and planning processes

• Performs a variety of clerical support duties such as maintaining records, files and preparing reports related to assigned students as well as providing appropriate documentation to the interdisciplinary team

• Keep current on the latest development in the field of speech therapy by attending professional seminars, reading current literature and participating in professional organizations

• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Disorders or related field, Preferred

• Valid California License in Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant granted by the California Speech Language and Hearing Audiology Board

• 1+ year as a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant, preferably in a school setting

• Spanish fluency, Preferred

SUPERVISION

This position reports to: Speech and Language Pathologist

TIME COMMITMENT

This position is a full-time salaried exempt 10-month position that follows the 190-day school year.

COMPENSATION

Commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package and generous time off and vacation policies.

TO APPLY

People of color and bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume

• Cover letter describing your interest in this position and why you are an optimal fit

• 4-5 references with Name, Email, Phone Number and Title/nature of working relationship

Application submission screening and initial phone interviews will be completed on a rolling basis. In-person interviews and performance tasks will take place on-site.

Lighthouse Community Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.

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