Make a difference in students’ lives by providing essential speech and language services in a supportive high school setting. A contract opportunity is available for a skilled professional with SLP credentials near Berkeley, CA, for the 2024-2025 school year. This full-time position (four days per week) focuses primarily on serving a 9th-grade student population, managing a dynamic and manageable caseload of 35-45 students.
Key Qualifications:
- Current Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license with CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence)
- Prior experience working in schools or with adolescent populations is preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with educators and families effectively
- Ability to manage a diverse caseload and adapt therapy interventions to individual needs
- Commitment to supporting academic and social success through speech and language services
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct assessments to determine speech and language needs for students within the caseload
- Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) tailored to student goals and developmental level
- Deliver targeted therapy sessions, both individual and group based, primarily to 9th-grade students
- Document progress, provide regular updates, and participate in IEP meetings with staff and families
- Collaborate closely with teachers, counselors, and support staff to integrate speech-language support into the school environment
This engaging contract role offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute directly to student growth and success in a vibrant educational community. The schedule supports work-life balance while allowing you to make a positive impact.
Ready to inspire and empower students as a trusted SLP? Apply now to shape young lives and advance your career in an environment that values your expertise!
Compensation for this position ranges from $47.53 to $67.53. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement