2024-2025 Speech Language Pathologist - AAJP
Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist
Organization: Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish
Location: 979 Behrman Hwy, Terrytown, LA 70056
Reports To: ESS Director
Hiring Status: At-Will
FLSA Status: Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Reporting Days: 190, 10 months
Compensation: Salary
Starting Pay: $70,000 - $92,000, DOE;
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Education: Master's degree
- Experience: Experience conducting Louisiana Bulletin 1508 Compliant speech evaluations. Preferred experience using eSER to draft IEPs and progress notes.
- Certification: Current Louisiana Speech Pathologist License on file.
- Background: Clear FBI background check
- Language: Strong verbal and writing skills in English, Spanish fluency preferred
Our Mission
The mission of Athlos Academy of Jefferson Parish is to provide high quality educational opportunities for the whole child built on the three foundational pillars of Prepared Mind, Healthy Body, and Performance Character.
School Culture
Athlos Academy Jefferson Parish fosters a unique organizational culture that transforms educators into motivators, innovators, and pivotal contributors to our mission. Our inclusive environment ensures that every voice is valued and heard, whether through sharing ideas, feedback, or participating in decision-making. Collaboration is at the heart of our operation, promoting a united and effective educational approach.
We extend our impact beyond classroom walls, engaging deeply with the New Orleans community. This involvement brings education to life, making it relevant and enriching for both our students and teachers. At Athlos Academy, you're part of a welcoming, family-like community, not just a school.
In essence, Athlos Academy Jefferson Parish is more than a workplace; it's a place where both experienced and new educators can thrive, make a meaningful difference, and grow in a supportive, community-oriented environment.
Benefits
Multiple stipend and bonus opportunities
Level pay option for consistent pay year-round.
Teacher certification assistance
Paid staff referral program
Low-premium Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
403(b) retirement plan with up to a 4% salary match
Wellness Wednesdays which encourage staff wellness schoolwide.
Safety trainings and security cameras
10 days of paid time off annually with ability to rollover hours
Free before and after school care for enrolled staff children
Modern, state-of-the-art facility with gym and weight room access
Classroom supply reimbursement
Multiple layers of instructional support and mentorship.
Network-level professional development during the summer and throughout the year.
Opportunity to grow professionally.
Job Duties
Essential Duties
Assist in developing speech and language skills to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students.
Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
Ensure that all activities conform to federal, state, and school guidelines.
Communicate effectively with all members of the school and community.
Work effectively with community organizations.
Appropriately operate all equipment as required.
React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
Support the value of an inclusive education for all students.
Support the philosophy and vision of Athlos Academies.
Act as an IEP team member and/or IEP case manager to draft IEPs, create SMART goals, and progress monitor.
General Duties
Assist in the early recognition and prevention of educational problems related to speech and language.
Monitor student progress and make informed, timely educational decisions. Complete quarterly progress reports on student progress.
Conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings and diagnostic evaluations to determine the need for clinical services.
Participate as a team member in the comprehensive evaluation, review, and reevaluation process.
Participate as a team member in the school based MTSS process.
Participate in the development of student IEPs. Act as the case manager for IEPs written for speech services only.
Adhere to Louisiana state bulletins related to Special Education services.
Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and others concerning the needs of students and special services that are available.
Assist teachers in the development and implementation of curriculum modifications and appropriate classroom strategies.
Refer students and their families to appropriate community agencies and services.
Cooperate with agencies serving students and their families.
Provide therapy, follow-ups, and/or consultation based on student IEP's.
Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences.
Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
Establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management.
Plan and implement transitional programs for students.
Assist students in developing feelings of self worth and in making social adjustments which permit them to cope with disabilities.
Maintain appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports as required through federal, state, and school-based guidelines.
Order and maintain an adequate inventory of materials and supplies.
Supervise and train staff members as assigned.
Assist with public awareness activities which lead to a better understanding of the needs of exceptional children.
Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques.
See that school district and cooperative policies are observed during all activities.
Obtain advance approval for all special activities and expenditures.
Keep accurate and detailed logs of all services provided.
Adhere to all district and cooperative health and safety policies.
Classroom and School Culture
Communicates a deep belief that all students can learn, and belong, in the classroom.
Consistently implements school-wide management policies.
Creates a positive learning environment by developing classroom rules, systems, and procedures.
Holds high expectations for student behavior at all times.
Develops positive relationships with students, families, teachers, staff, and community members.
Creates a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all students, families, teachers, staff, and community members.
Communication
Communicates professionally with parent/guardians and the community.
Communicates student progress with parent/guardians regularly.
Communicates regularly with school leadership and other faculty to maximize effective instructional activities.
Professionalism
Models the Athlos culture.
Implements school policies.
Tracks student attendance, behavioral issues, and classroom events.
Participates in regular school-wide and individual professional development including professional learning communities.
Pursues ambitious professional development goals and student learning targets.
Actively participates in critical school events, including staff meetings, open houses, parent teacher conferences and more.
Gives and receives positive and constructive feedback from colleagues.
Honors schedules and deadlines.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Classroom and video platforms such as: Zoom or Teams.
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage the entire classroom.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Experience working in diverse communities and a deep appreciation for diverse perspectives.
Demonstrated integrity and high standards in managing information in a confidential and professional manner.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to spend much of the day standing or mobile throughout the classroom.
Talk, hear, grasp, reach and lift up to 30lbs.
Must be able to see in close range and far range.
Ability to concentrate in active and noisy environments such as cafeterias and playgrounds.
Must be able to have repetitive wrist/hand/finger movement to work on computer and/or related office equipment.
Ability to handle potentially high stress conditions.