GEGN0224260-CT0061
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2022-08-15T00:00:00
Speech and Language PathologistThe Pinnacle School, a private, special education day school for college-bound students in grades 2 through 12, seeks a Speech and Language Pathologist for a full-time, school-based position (11 months). The Pinnacle School enables students with language-based learning differences to thrive through small class sizes, differentiated instruction, active problem-solving and relationship building. Candidates will be joining a robust and collaborative team of highly trained clinicians and teachers with expertise in special education, school counseling, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and classroom and behavior management. Pinnacle faculty and staff work tirelessly to support each student to become an enthusiastic learner and an engaged member of the community. We hire accomplished, inspiring people with a combination of teaching experience, advanced degrees, contagious enthusiasm, and engaging communication skills. The Speech and Language Pathologist will provide high quality, data-driven instruction to students aligned with the school’s mission and philosophy. The SLP will differentiate sessions and curriculum to support students’ learning styles and current achievement levels. The successful candidate will cultivate open and positive lines of communication with students and parents regarding academic, social and emotional progress and development, as well as maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues.Qualifications:Master’s degree in Speech and Language PathologyValid Connecticut state endorsement 061 - Speech and Language PathologistCertificate of Clinical Competence through ASHA preferred Minimum 3 years experience within a school-setting, with special education student populations with language-based learning differences Responsibilities:Collaborate with teachers and other service providers to inform best practices and support students’ individualized educational needs across all settings, such as:Observe and evaluate the language demands of curriculum, classroom, and social settings, and working with faculty to adjust, grow, and develop appropriate supports and interventions for the student bodyAssess and monitor student progress within classroom contextsPromote the development of student oral language skills and conversational strategiesDevelop lessons and curriculum to support students’ language development across all settings Conduct speech and language evaluations in order to assess, analyze, recommend and implement individualized services for enrolled students Assess, plan, organize and implement curriculum, accommodations and modifications to address goals and objectives on IEP or Pinnacle Learning ProfileFamiliar with the IEP process and the collection of progress monitoring dataCreate and maintain an orderly and aesthetic learning environment that accounts for students social, emotional, and executive functioning needQualities of a Successful Candidate: Flexible and Patient - is able to react quickly and seamlessly to changes, is able to alter plans both instructionally and clinically based on observations and dataCreative - is creative when planning engaging lessons and thinking outside the box to create the best individualized intervention for a student.Quick Thinking - is able to remain calm, evaluate and make sound decisions in high pressure situationsCollaborative - Able to collaborate with team members across a variety of disciplines Reflective - is able to reflect on instruction, student progress, interactions, and implementation of plans, and seek/use resources to improve Growth Mindset - Curious and motivated to learn, find a deeper understandingand overcome challenges Seeks help, guidance and support - is able to recognize when collaboration or support is needed and is motivated to improveAble to build and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and districts Honest - is able to report on student progress in an honest and professional manner, and is able to provide feedback to leadership and team members respectfully and honestly.Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, Solid organizational skills - able to succeed in a fast paced environment while consistently meeting deadlines Commitment to helping students of all abilities reach their full potential and an enthusiastic style to fit with our small-team environment
Teacher
Greenwich Education Group (CT)
Connecticut
Annual wage
Fixed