Speech-Language Pathologist- Aspire Public Schools-Central Valley

Aspire Public Schools is mandating COVID-19 vaccination and testing, which varies between *LAUSD co-located and non-co-located school sites. All job applicants must be prepared to show proof of vaccination and/or request and receive and exemption. All Aspire employees must also test for COVID-19 weekly in accordance with Aspire policy and legal requirements. Please note that compliance with the policy is a precondition of employment. Questions may be directed to HR@aspirepublicschools.org.

*Effective October 16, 2021, LAUSD prohibits Aspire from allowing unvaccinated employees on District property and Aspire must adhere to this directive pursuant to its facilities use agreements with the District.  In instances where Aspire is not able to accommodate a teammate’s onsite, it will consider other accommodations including telework (if available based on essential functions of the job), medical leave or unpaid leave of absence.

About Aspire:
Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through—Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

THE OPPORTUNITY: Behind every successful student is a passionate and dedicated team. Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to earn a college degree.

The Speech-Language Pathologist carries out the Special Education program for Aspire Public Schools.

What You Will Do:

• Provide direct, individual or small group instruction to identified pupils on a regularly scheduled basis as required in the IEP
• Collaborate with other personnel working with Special Education students
• Participate in developing and implementing Individual Educational Plans for students who qualify for Designated Instructional Services (DIS)
• Implement and monitor IEP of students who qualify for Designated Instructional Services (DIS)
• Screen, assess, and provide specialized speech and language services to students who qualify for services as established by State standards
• Consult with school and home office staff
• Develop instructional materials and strategies for Special Education students in the mainstream classroom
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and support, Aspire Public Schools mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

What You Will Bring:

• Strong communication and community-building skills
• Outstanding training and presentation abilities
• Experience in performance assessment
• Strong problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Flexibility and the ability to work autonomously as well as take direction as needed

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s Degree preferred
• Valid Speech-Language Pathology School Services credential,  Clinical credential or Rehabilitative Services credential with an authorization in Language, Speech and Hearing
• 2+ years as a Speech-Language Pathologist preferred

Compensation:
Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional 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 plan, and adoption assistance program. Our salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is reflected here:

Aspire Public Schools Speech-Language Pathologist Salary Scale

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 occupationally irrelevant criteria. Aspire promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.