speech-language pathologist - Bakersfield, CA , USA, United States - California Department of Education

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About the Employer

Grow Public Schools is a growing network of high-performing TK-8, college-prep public charter schools in Kern County, California. Our schools are led by a home office based in Bakersfield, CA.

At Grow Public Schools, our mission is fueled by a need for educational equity and a belief in the transformative power of education and wellness.

We believe education and wellness are regarded as the fundamental pillars, and their harmonious integration paves the way for brilliant and vibrant futures.

Founded by the Grimm Family Education Foundation in August 2011, the mission of Grow Public Schools is to close the achievement gap for students in the rural areas of Kern County by creating an environment of student excellence and well-being.

Grow Public Schools is committed to building a brighter future for generations to come in Kern County, California.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Speech-Language Pathologist (Full Time)

Grow Academy (previously Grimmway Academy) Reports to:
Special Education Coordinator,

Grow Academy Summary Description:

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) works with the Learning Lab Manager and staff in the implementation of the Grow Academy (GA) Blended Model program activities.

The SLP provides diagnostic, remedial, and consultative services for children with communicative disorders; performs as support staff member in school to determine specific needs of children who display speech, language, and hearing difficulties.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

Screen pupils for communicative disorders and select cases according to appropriate criteria as determined by speech-language pathologist and by state and federal guidelines.

Employ assessment procedures, techniques, and standardized tests necessary for thorough and accurate diagnosis of communication disorders Convey pertinent information to appropriate personnel, including referrals to community agencies.

Conduct thorough triennial assessments of speech/language deficits. Assess and make necessary referrals for preschool children with communicative disorders. Determine if students are eligible for services in the areas of articulation/phonology, abnormal voice, fluency, and language. Provide written report for parents and applicable personnel after assessment is completed. Develop and implement an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Review IEPs at least annually. Notify parent, administrator, and appropriate personnel of IEP meeting(s). Provide information and assistance to parents. Schedule and provide individual and/or group therapy as determined by the IEP team.

Attempt to maintain a caseload which does not exceed the state recommended average of 55 persons per full-time-equivalent speech-language pathologist.

Make appropriate referral if a student's performance indicates the need for a more restrictive environment. Meet and con

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