What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist position at Northwest Classical Academy?
Description
Northwest Classical Academy seeks a full-time Speech Therapist. The Speech Therapist will deliver speech therapy services to students across all grades served at the school and will work collaboratively to create a working and learning environment for all students that is safe, secure, and respectful. This is a salaried, exempt position with base standard hours of 7:25 a.m. to 3:25 p.m. daily. All NCA faculty and staff must adhere to the school’s mission and the principles of classical education. This position starts July 2025.
The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and support the Director of Student Services in matters pertaining to Speech Therapy.
- Develop, implement, and update Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) under the direction of the Director of Student Services, including scheduling IEP meetings, communicating with parents, and managing a caseload of students.
- Assess students using appropriate evaluation tools including standardized tests, clinical observations, and medical and educational reports to determine the need for a therapy intervention plan.
- Participate in the RTI/MTSS (Response to Intervention / Multi-Tiered System of Supports) process by performing screenings, attending meetings, and consulting with teachers.
- Maintain clinical and administrative records in accordance with state guidelines and school policy, including screenings, evaluations, IEPs, progress reports, treatment, and other data.
- Provide emotional and/or behavioral support as needed.
Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements:
- Master's degree with a major emphasis in speech-language pathology from an accredited program
- Current CCC-SLP (Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Language Pathology) from ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association)
- Comfort and familiarity with technology, including GO-IEP and Google Workspace applications (GMail, Google Drive, etc.)
- Previous experience in classical education is preferred but not required
Strong candidates will support the school’s Mission: to develop students in mind and character through a classical, content-rich curriculum that emphasizes the principles of virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility. They will have enthusiasm for the Vision: to be a nationally regarded K-12 classical school and serve as a local and national incubator for growth and promotion of classical education. And they will embody the school’s organizational values. We value
- the tenets of classical, liberal arts education;
- community and partnership in the common pursuit of forming intelligent, virtuous citizens;
- excellence in teaching and learning;
- the virtues we aim to teach our students: courage, courtesy, honesty, humility, perseverance, self-government, and service.
Why Northwest Classical Academy?
Full-time, benefits-eligible employees are offered the following:
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
- Long-term and Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Participation in the Teachers Retirement System of GA for eligible positions
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Priority enrollment for children in the school
About Northwest Classical Academy:
Northwest Classical Academy (NCA) is a public charter school located in Kennesaw for grades K-11 for the 2025-2026 school year with plans to expand a grade level each year until it is K-12. All Georgia families are eligible to apply; the school is tuition-free, and no entrance testing is required.
Northwest Classical Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. Interested candidates should apply via the school’s career site. Candidates must attach a letter of introduction, a C.V. or resume, and three character references to their application. For faculty positions, please attach a 300-500 word “statement of educational philosophy.”
