Speech-Language Pathologist

At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential and it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community. We are a collective of parents, teachers, leaders, and students working together to transform the future for underserved communities across our country. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential. Position Summary As a Speech-Language Pathologist at Rocketship, you will help students in transitional kindergarten through fifth grade develop the communication skills they need to participate, learn, and build relationships. Reporting to the Associate Director of Speech-Language Services, you will screen, evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech and language disorders, including challenges with articulation, fluency, voice, verbal and written language, auditory comprehension, and cognitive communication. You will develop and implement services outlined in students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and collaborate with educators, families, and colleagues to support student success. This is a full-time position based in San Jose, California, with an annual salary range of $110,000–$143,000. Your Schedule and Clinical Support Investment in Your Professional Growth Key Responsibilities Qualifications

Master’s degree and a valid Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential.

Clinical skills necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with educators, school administrators, and organizational leaders.

Ability to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Commitment to Rocketship’s mission, vision, and goals.

Preferred

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or Vietnamese.

Experience supervising a Clinical Fellow or SLPA.

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 position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate with both adults and children. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally climb ladders. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to high.   Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent health and wellness benefits, 403b retirement plan, flexible spending account (FSA), and generous paid time off.   Rocketship Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Rocketship Public Schools complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Rocketship Public Schools expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Rocketship Public Schools’ employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Click here for our Sexual Harassment Policy.  For questions, concerns, or complaints, please contact Human Resources.