Job Title:    Speech-Language Pathologist (K-12) FLSA Status: Exempt 

Reports to: Principal Terms of Employment: 10 Months

Position Summary:
The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will identify, assess, and treat communication disorders for students across the K-12 spectrum. This role involves developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with classroom teachers, and providing direct therapy to improve students' ability to succeed academically and socially.

Key Responsibilities:

• Screening & Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive assessments for speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.

• IEP Management: Develop and implement measurable goals within the IEP framework; maintain meticulous documentation in ECATS (NC's EC tracking system).

• Direct Therapy: Provide individual and group therapy sessions tailored to student needs (articulation, language processing, AAC, etc.).

• Collaboration: Consult with parents, teachers, and the Exceptional Children (EC) team to integrate speech goals into the general curriculum.

• Compliance: Ensure all services meet federal (IDEA) and North Carolina state mandates.

Minimum Training and Experience:

Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a CAA-accredited program.

NC State License: A current, valid license from the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (NCBOESLPA).

Testing: Passing score on the Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology (Test 5331) with a score of 162 or higher

ASHA Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.

Physical & Technical Requirements

• Ability to travel between school sites if serving a multi-school caseload.

• Proficiency with digital IEP management software and teletherapy platforms.

• Strong organization skills to manage a caseload typically ranging from 50-60 students (NC guidelines).

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences appropriate for a college preparatory charter program.  

• Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. 

• Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement. 

• Maintains effective and efficient record keeping procedures. 

• Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process. 

• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis. 

• Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment. 

• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community. 

• Ensures that student growth and achievement is measurable, continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification. 

• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and stakeholders, as measured by Thomas Jefferson Classical Academy school survey results. 

• Assumes responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student performance goals. 

• Demonstrates gains in student performance. 

• Participates in training and presentations relevant to teaching the classical curriculum. 

• Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating. 

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal. 
  All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning. 

Minimum Training and Experience:

• Current NC Teacher License, K-6