Job Description
This is a 1099 Contractor role
Compensation is $55/hr
Must have state SLP certification and ASHA license.
The Speech-Language Pathologist Contractor is a state certified therapist responsible for screening, assessing, and treating students experiencing communication problems that affect classroom activities, social interaction, literacy and learning. The Speech-Language Pathologist Contractor will focus on students’ individual needs as defined by each student’s Individualized Education Program. The Speech-Language Pathologist Contractor may be asked to obtain licensure in multiple states and serve students across multiple schools as well as supervise Speech-Language Assistants as they provide services to students.
This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Screen and/or evaluate students with suspected speech-language impairments
Provide case management of speech-only caseload
Ensure all speech and language services are provided as determined by the IEP team by:
Communicating with parents and teachers to develop a schedule that encourages regular attendance and participation by the student
Developing progress reports and other state-specific required special education documentation
Using provided resources to ensure accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities such as assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text are made available
Monitoring assigned speech-language pathology assistant caseload, schedule and services
Maintain compliance with state, school, and company regulations
Instruct students/families/teachers in the use of appropriate communication strategies and technologies for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders and improving student success in the classroom
Maintain files and/or records using specified systems, e.g., progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, reports, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance
Collect data and work samples to monitor student progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectives
Document all contact with parents and interventions with students
Provide rich and engaging therapy experiences for students
Commitment to personalizing learning for all students
Demonstrate a belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectations
Understand that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain a positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely manner
Provide support to student support team (SST)/response to intervention (RTI) processes;
Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May supervise up to 4 Speech Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) or Speech Language Pathologists in their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology or related field
Three (3) years of speech/language work experience within a public-school setting or equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to work independently, with availability during typical school hours of at least 20 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9 - 5 as defined by the school and time zone
Knowledge regarding Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirements
Ability to conduct and interpret comprehensive speech-language evaluations
Ability to provide speech-language therapy services
Ability to work collaboratively with other staff members to plan and deliver speech-language services to children
Receptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administrators
Ability to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomes
Ability to create and deliver staff development
Exceptionally strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platforms
MS365 Proficient
Ability to clear required background check
Certificates and Licenses
: Speech-language pathology license issued by the state department of education or state board and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Speech-Language Pathologist Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA SLP CCC).
Preferred QUALIFICATIONS
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Management experience
Online therapy experience
Experience with documentation for purposes of Medicaid claiming
Experience evaluating and working with students who require alternative and augmentative communication
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is remote and open to residents of the 50 states and D.C. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).
Job Type
1099 Contractor_CW (Fixed Term)
The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works. It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.
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