Speech Pathologist, Promise Academy
HCZ requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Accordingly, successful candidates must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit proof of vaccination prior to commencement of employment.
When students enter HCZ Promise Academy Charter Schools, we make a promise to help each and everyone get to and through college. Everything we give our students—from world-class instruction and exceptional extracurricular activities to social-emotional support and healthy meals—is aimed at fulfilling that promise. Our schools have a longer school day and year, helping us keep our kids safe and engaged, ensure their success in core subject areas, and give them an immersive, well-balanced education that includes exposure to the arts, daily physical activity, and field trips to museums, performances, sporting events and, of course, college campuses.
In addition, our Promise curriculum includes grade-appropriate character education, helping students at every level build crucial non-cognitive skills such as resilience, grit, and curiosity. We also provide on-site medical, dental, and psychological services, as well as a healthy, freshly made breakfast, lunch, and snack each day. Plus, the vast majority of our students participate in our after-school programs, where they receive extensive academic support and engage in a wide range of recreation and enrichment activities.
Not only do our students receive a high-quality, standards-based education, but they and their families also have access to HCZ’s comprehensive network of support, including counseling, benefits assistance, and other social services.
We are seeking a Speech Pathologist that will serve as an instructional staff who will be responsible for providing instruction to students with Speech services. The Speech Pathologist will help students develop reliable communication skills so that they are able to function socially and succeed academically. In addition, the Speech Pathologist will incorporate direct instruction, discussion, projects, and cooperative work that keep classes focused where students are engaged and infused with a lasting desire to learn. This person will also ensure that related services are provided in accordance with local and state regulations.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILL, AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
1. Master's Degree in a related area (e.g., Speech Pathology) from an accredited college/university
2. Must be an NYS-licensed speech-language pathologist
3. CCC-SLP, TSSLD, or TSHH certification is required
4. Minimum of two years of professional work experience
5. Strong understanding of speech-related conditions, causes, and treatments.
6. Excellent coaching, verbal, and written communication skills.
7. Strong skill set in human relations, communications, problem-solving, and organization
REPORTS TO: School Psychologist
JOB GOAL: To prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, and swallowing disorders in children.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
1. IEP Meetings and Processes
a. Completion of Teacher Reports on time with a focus on students’ areas of strengths and needs.
b. Complete the Related Service portion in the Present Levels Of Performance and add in the
Related Service goals in SESIS prior to the Individualized Education Plan meeting.
c. All staff and families will be informed about Individualized Education Plan meetings in a timely fashion.
2. Progress Monitoring
a. Special Education binders are maintained.
b. Individualized Education Plan goals will be assessed monthly.
c. Progress reports are completed on time and provide a clear depiction of how students are
progressing.
d. All students will be celebrated for the progress they make.
3. Communication and Collaboration
a. All parents will have the opportunity to discuss their questions and concerns as they arise.
b. Responsible for attending monthly team meetings.
c. All emails will be responded to and followed up on promptly.
d. All parents/ guardians will receive information regarding their children's screenings with
recommended interventions and next steps.
4. Instructional Performance
a. Complete weekly data-driven lesson plans and submitted to the School Psychologist.
b. Upload student work weekly.
c. Maintain and track attendance of all students services.
d. Deliver high-quality sessions that are differentiated to meet the needs of their students.
e. Analyze data and develop instructional next steps for the students they serve.
5. Speech Screening
a. Observe and conduct Speech Screenings for students who have been identified to have Speech concerns.
6. Other
a. Perform other related duties as may be assigned by the Special Education team.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve-month position; we offer competitive salaries with
performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.
The salary range for incoming teachers is $67,000 to $90,000. Incoming teacher salaries are determined based on their number of years of experience as a lead teacher, level of education (bachelor’s, or master’s degree), and certification. We offer a $6,000 signing bonus (after 60 days of employment) and highly competitive salaries with generous performance-based bonuses, a comprehensive benefits package, and a low student-teacher ratio. For Lead Teacher positions, we also offer eligibility for up to $30K in student loan forgiveness after 12 months of employment. To be considered, interested applicants must apply online or submit a cover letter and resume to promisecareers@hcz.org. No telephone inquiries or recruiters please. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. HCZ is an EOE.
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