What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Teacher Position position at Wildflower Open Classroom?
Speech Teacher Position – One Day Per week – Wildflower Open Classroom
Position Overview
Wildflower Open Classroom is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team. The ideal candidate will assess, diagnose, and provide therapy for students with speech, language, and communication disorders to support their academic and social success.
Responsibilities:
- Assess and diagnose speech, language, and communication disorders in students.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans (IEPs) in collaboration with educators and parents.
- Provide direct therapy services to students in both individual and group settings.
- Work closely with teachers, parents, and special education staff to support student progress.
- Monitor and document student progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Conduct screenings and evaluations to identify students who may need speech therapy services.
- Educate school staff and families on speech and language development strategies.
- Stay updated on best practices and emerging research in speech therapy.
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
- Valid [State] SLP license and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) (preferred).
- Experience working with school-aged children is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
Wildflower Mission
We are an innovative school that invites children, teachers and parents to collaborate as a
community and to celebrate the adventure of learning. Wildflower Open Classroom focuses on the education of the “whole child” by supporting the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical needs of our students. With a diverse learning environment, students flourish through the use of innovative curriculum and instruction. Our goal is that each child is empowered to reach their innate intellectual, creative, and leadership potential.
Process
All applicants will be paper-screened and must pass a criminal background check. All applicants selected for an interview will be interviewed by a committee that will be comprised of a cross section of stakeholders, which may include teachers, students, parents and school director. Please submit letter of interest, resume, three letters of recommendation
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60,880.00 - $83,487.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,880 - $83,487
