Compass Charter School’s mission is to inspire and develop innovative, creative, self-directed learners, one scholar at a time. When we start with scholars, we start from a place of possibility. With scholars at the center, we have defined the desired competencies for Compass employees that support meaningful learning experiences and create the enabling conditions to bring our vision for scholars to life, creating a collaborative virtual learning community, inspiring scholars to appreciate the ways in which arts and sciences nurture a curiosity for life-long learning, and prepare scholars to take responsibility for their future success.

Core Values: Achievement | Respect | Teamwork | Integrity | Communication (ARTIC)

Compass fosters a work environment that is personalized, authentic, competency-based, inclusive and equitable. Our Core Values guide our work every day. Those Core Values are teamwork and achievement for all community members; inclusive, respectful communication and collaboration; and mutual respect and integrity. 

The Compass Charter Schools (CCS) Speech and Language Pathologist is a highly qualified member of the Special Education Department. Under the direction of the Special Education Coordinator, the Speech and Language Pathologist will work collaboratively to strengthen the performance of scholars.

Essential requirements to serve in the Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant role: 

• Minimum of a certificate in SLPA and possess an appropriate speech and language license by the State Department 
• Experience working with Online schools and/or online or virtual environments 

Desired skills to serve in the Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant role: 

• Excellent communication 
• Highly proficient in Google Apps, Microsoft Office Suite, CSS Student Information System, SEIS, and CALPADS 
• Ability to work collegially with others in the organization
• Record-keeping techniques 
• Methods of collecting and organizing data and information 
• Support SLP’s with providing services and running sessions
• implement treatment plans, goals, and objectives to correct speech and language dysfunction 

Essential duties and Responsibilities for the Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant may include:

• Provide direct, individual, or small group instruction to identified pupils on a regularly scheduled basis as required in the IEP under the supervision of the SLP
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure that students meet the goals outlined in their IEPs. 
• Develop instructional materials and strategies for speech students for therapy sessions under the direction of the SLP.
• Develop and implement educationally-based IEP communication goals using a variety of service delivery models to support the classroom curriculum.
• Support the SLP in speech and language screenings and formal assessments. Implement treatment plans under the supervision of the SLP.
• Participate in implementing Individual Educational Plans for students who qualify for Designated Instructional Services (DIS) SLI under the SLP
• Provide direct services to scholars with speech-language impairments by providing individualized strategies to facilitate specific communication skills under the direction of the SLP..
• Participate in and support division and scholar recruitment/retention initiatives, scholar engagement experiences, and school-wide events, as needed.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in professional development opportunities. Including but not limited to the creation and implementation of staff development activities.
• Assist others as needed in meeting department and organizational goals.
• other Duties as Assigned

Although the Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant has unique requirements and duties, we believe that all employees play a critical role in the success of each and every scholar. The following competencies are common across every employee:

Essential Competency This looks/sounds like:

I am a Community Leader and understand that I am a member of a global society. I feel a sense of responsibility to make a contribution both at the local level and in the wider world.

• I embrace shared aspirations that drive organizational goals and actions.
• I support initiatives to allocate resources in alignment with our Framework for the Future and Blueprint for Success.
• I engage in a culture of high expectations and support in which each individual continuously strives to achieve our desired outcomes.
• I support the design of widespread access for educational partners that support meaningful, equitable learning experiences and opportunities.

I am an Effective Collaborator who participates effectively to build understanding of concepts and ideas and completes authentic tasks and projects. I actively listen, strive to understand others and seek to be understood, using these effective communication techniques to create a safe environment in which everyone feels valued and is inspired to achieve common goals. 

• I provide resources and time to support educational partners to effectively meet the needs of each and every scholar.
• I leverage our shared ARTIC values to collaborate with colleagues and educational partners,  to navigate ambiguity and to make difficult decisions required to achieve our desired outcomes.
• I incorporate and utilize strong communication systems to listen and inform colleagues, as well as our educational partners.
• I value educational partners as active participants in the learning process and scholar outcomes.

I am a Confident Learner who strives to be my best self and recognize my purpose and value,  both inside and outside of Compass. I think critically and skillfully evaluate data and  information as a guide to form beliefs and take action.

• I dedicate time to learn, practice and share my growth based on desired outcomes for all scholars.
• I consistently measure the impact of my collective practice on scholars’ progress and utilize that assessment to inform next steps toward achieving our vision.
• I develop strong relationships through consistency, compassion, communication, and competence in my unique role.

I am an Innovator who doesn’t limit myself by what is. I seek to create something new and better in service of achieving my goals and the organizational goals. I synthesize information and explore multiple perspectives to find creative and realistic solutions.

• I support the transition from legacy expectations to the learner-centered conditions that support our Framework for the Future and Blueprint for Success. 
• I leverage systems that embrace agency from individuals and teams.
• I provide access to the tools and resources  scholars need to be successful, while also ensuring privacy, security, scholars’ safety and well-being.
• I effectively use tools and resources to reflect and manage change, overcome hurdles, and measure impact.

These are additional, essential competencies for all academic staff to ensure each Compass scholar receives the following educational experiences thereby ensuring progress toward the Compass Scholar Profile:

Essential Competency This looks/sounds like:

I Personalize learning by tailoring to each scholar’s unique strengths, skills, interests, and needs.

• I develop scholar’s metacognition, self-regulation, and perseverance.
• I amplify scholar voice.
• I customize the learning experience.

I create Authentic, relevant learning experiences, grounded in real-world challenges that include applications for authentic audiences. 

• I design real-world learning experiences.
• I promote anytime/anywhere learning.
• I spark collaboration.

I use Competency-Based Assessment, evidence-based instruction, assessments, and feedback cycles (based on progress toward desired knowledge, skills and dispositions) to drive learning. 

• I use assessment and data as tools for learning.
• I plan with a competency-based approach.
• I leverage performance-based assessments.

I create Equitable and Inclusive learning communities that are collaborative and culturally relevant, where every scholar feels they belong and can tap into their full academic potential, contributing to the collective success of their community. 

• I nurture a meaningful and engaging learning community.
• I cultivate a sense of belonging.
• I partner with scholars and their Learning Coaches to support each scholar’s ability to reach their full potential.

Work Environment:

Position is based in an approved home office in the State of California. As the safety, adequacy, and functionality of the approved home office is key, approval must be provided to work from any other location with the exception of the CCS Center location. May be required to also work from the Central Office, Learning Center, or other Compass location. Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed to meet the needs of scholars, learning coaches (parents), and staff. Must be able to travel throughout the State of California for school-related activities. Notify HR if any work will be performed in San Francisco or out of state for any period of time. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

• Minimum of a certificate in SLPA and possess an appropriate speech and language license by the State Department 
• Experience working with Online schools and/or online or virtual environments