Speech Language Pathology Assistant Job at Aspire Public Schools, Los Angeles, CA

M1pwOWxvRWdpYXRkT2dDZkxUWXpIUlVrcmc9PQ==
  • Aspire Public Schools
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Description

We are currently accepting applications for immediate opportunities and for the 2025-26 school year.

*6,000 Sign-on Bonus for those that are newly hired before the end of 2024. 

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 and Language Pathology Assistant will perform services and consultation with teachers at a school site, provide activities designed to develop language skills and articulation skills, including speech production, vocalization and social pragmatics in students with speech/language disorders. Other duties may include administrative work, meetings, and collaborations with staff and parent.

What You Will Do:

  • Conduct speech-language screenings using a variety of screening tools and techniques
  • Follow documented therapy plans
  • Document student progress in Welligent system
  • Prepare therapy materials for use in pullout small group setting or in classroom setting
  • Adapt or modify instructional materials as determined by student need and abilities for teacher-use in the classroom.
  • Consult with general ed teachers to co-plan instructional materials or implement strategies
  • Track performance data using progress monitoring tools and report progress on IEP goals
  • Communicate progress to parents, teachers and Speech Language Pathologist in regular meetings, phone conversations and progress notes
  • Participate in IEP process; attend meetings when appropriate and attend parent conferences
  • Creates and maintains safe, positive environment for students
  • Collaborates with members of IEP Team, Special Education team and School site teams
  • 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
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned

What You Will Bring:

  • Speech, language, hearing development, disorders and rehabilitation
  • Articulation disorders and rehabilitation
  • Effective record keeping and procedures
  • Knowledge of child cognitive development and different learning styles
  • Ability and willingness to implement students’ IEPs
  • Ability and willingness to reflect and improve
  • Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions; ability and good judgment to take initiative to modify activities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate with general education and special education colleagues, parents and community
  • Ability to work independently as a self-starter in a new organization
  • Ability to excel as a member of a team
  • Ability to work with an ethnically and economically diverse student body

Required Education, Credentials and Experience:

  • Associate’s Degree and completion of a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Program
  • 1+ year working with students with special needs in an educational setting
  • Registration as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant with the State of California
  • Valid California Driver’s License
  • Special Education Experience
  • Spanish bilingual preferred, but not required

Compensation:

Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being! Aspire offers its full-time employees 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 plan, and adoption assistance program. Our salary schedule based on years of experience for this position type is reflected here:

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.

#LinkedInEducators

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Relocation bonus,

Similar Jobs

Smart Start Academy

Teacher Job at Smart Start Academy

 ..., and social growth of students by developing and directing educational programs and activities tailored to assigned class; supervising...  ...: Bachelor's Degree Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred. Experience in a preschool or daycare... 

Lexuezhe Language Center

Online English teachers wanted Job at Lexuezhe Language Center

 ...group or one to one Chinese students from 6-12 years old Group classes with 2-4 students are available for outstanding professional teachers Variety of courses are available including Phonics, Science, STEM, etc. Working from anywhere with a well-functioning computer... 

Your RAD Travels

Remote Hotel Reservationist Job at Your RAD Travels

This is a remote position. We're looking for an individual to join our team as a Remote Hotel Reservationist. This remote opportunity allows you to work from the comfort of your home or any location with an internet connection. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity...

Get It - Professional Services

Sr. Juju Software Engineer (Go) - Remote Job at Get It - Professional Services

 ...growth Work remotely with occasional travel for team-building and industry events What we're looking for: Proven experience in Go programming and software development Deep understanding of distributed systems and concurrency Excellent communication and... 

BrightStar Care of Chattanooga

Attention CNAs and Caregivers - You want shifts? We have shifts! $15.00 per hour/Weekly Pay/Direct Deposit/Flexible Schedule/Flex Scheduling Job at BrightStar Care of Chattanooga

You want work? We have hours! The pandemic is behind us (hopefully) and we need dependable...  ...hallway of patients where you do not have time to make a true impact in their care, then...  ...will enjoy the following benefits:* $15.00 p/h plus $1000 sign-on bonus* Flexible...