Grand Peak Academy (GPA) is kindergarten-eighth grade public, Core Knowledge charter school committed to providing excellent educational opportunities to students in Northeast Colorado Springs. GPA offers a holistic classical approach to education that implements rigorous academic instruction in conjunction with an active classroom. Our model challenges students to think critically and take active roles in their classrooms and communities. This results in higher achievement and greater engagement in school. Our school gives students the academic and character-building skills they need as learners and leaders.
Position Overview: Grand Peak Academy is seeking a Part-Time Speech Pathologist for the ******** school year to join a committed team of educators to strengthen the foundation of an extraordinary school. The Speech Pathologist is entrusted with advancing the mission of the school in conjunction with the school's administrative team by ensuring and maintaining a culture and climate which supports continual growth for staff and students. Responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to:
Duties and Responsibilities:
The following statements of essential functions and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and
level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an
exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position.
• Prepares written evaluations and maintains records which clearly and succinctly document services provided,
student progress, and discharge from therapy.
• Complies with evaluations standards and determines eligibility for services.
• Effectively communicates test results, diagnosis and proposed treatment plans.
• Participates in the multidisciplinary team process regarding eligibility issues, Individual
Education Plan (IEP) development, consultation services and service delivery models. Develop and provide direct and indirect services within the student's educational setting, based on established IEP goals and objectives.
• Assures compliance with established state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Prepares reports as needed by the school, district, authorizer and/or the CDE.
• Develops service delivery plans consistent with the IEP. Reviews IEP goals and objectives and make
recommendations for changes as appropriate.
• Employs instructional/therapeutic methods and materials that are appropriate for meeting each student's
goals and objectives.
• When requested, participates in hearing screening programs to identify and refer students with suspected
hearing impairment and/or middle ear disorders.
• Communicates with students who have disorders of communication, their families, caregivers and other
service providers relative to the student's disability and its management.
• Assists in development of classroom activities to meet the communication needs of the student.
• Communicates with appropriate agencies, schools and other organizations as needed in order to meet the
needs of students with communication disabilities.
• Remains current concerning instructional and technological advances and other matters concerning speech language therapy.
• Attends and participates in professional workshops and conferences.
• Provides in-service training to other professionals and paraprofessionals.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as needed.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position as may be requested by Special Education Coordinator.
Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities
required for this position:
Education and Training:
• Masters or higher degree in communication disorders or speech language pathology plus additional
practicum or internship required for licensure.
Licenses/Certificates:
• Colorado Department of Education Special Service Provider License or endorsement in 0-21 Speech
Language Pathology
CCC - Certificate of Clinical Competence
Experience:
• 2-5 years' experience in PK-12 education preferred
• Criminal background check required for hire
Compensation We offer a competitive compensation package which includes comprehensive health benefits.
Salary range part-time without CCC $31,620 to $46,956.
Salary range part-time with CCC $33,096 to $49,008,
This position will be part-time for the ******** school year.
