What are the responsibilities and job description for the SLPA Consultant position at Expatiate Communications?
SLPA Consultant's assists in providing educational speech therapy services to students with speech-language disorders and impairments as prescribed by the Individual Educational Program (IEP). Opportunities are available in Full-time, Part-time, and Per-diem capacities, based on organizational needs and candidate availability.
About Expatiate Communication, Inc.
Expatiate Communications is a management consulting firm with unmatched expertise in special education. We work with local school districts, COEs and State educational agencies and families on best practices on instruction, services, operations, staffing, technology, organization, compliance, fiscal as well as efficiency in special education. Together with our clients, Expatiate provides achieving clear educational benefits for students with disabilities and assists clients deliver a high quality sustainable special education program. The program-oriented advice, systems and processes focus on the reducing the educational gap by not just serving the student’s needs but by building capacity among various educator groups. All our institutional as well as individual clients receive a full continuum of supports, services and placements to all students as per their IEPs.
Description
About This Role
This is a unique opportunity for a consultant to work in a client-facing role while collaborating closely with in-office teams, requiring strategic thinking and effective execution in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring a consultative, client-focused mindset aligned with the organization’s culture and business objectives and will be trusted with a high level of autonomy to manage work, priorities, and client interactions.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who takes ownership of their work, anticipates client and team needs, communicates clearly and professionally, and partners effectively with internal teams to deliver high-quality, meaningful results. This role offers clear opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and increased responsibility as the organization continues to expand.
Travel time, mileage, and approved expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with company policy. The company will provide all necessary resources and laptops.
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare and conduct therapy activities involving picture cards, worksheets, charts, games, and the utilization of computerized therapy applications and devices that facilitate the achievement of speech and language goals as documented in the treatment plans or protocols.
- Prepares augmented alternative communication software, devices, and/or equipment and assists students for their use in the classroom and therapy activities.
- Documents student progress towards meeting IEP goals and objectives by preparing charts, records, graphs, assessment and screening notes, or other informal documentation.
- Assists the Speech-Language Pathologist during speech-language and hearing assessments and screenings of students without clinical interpretation by using and preparing designated materials and tools such as flash cards, bells, whistles, and other related items.
- Adapt and modify instructional materials as determined by student needs for teachers use in the classroom.
- Attend and participate in in-service training sessions, workshops, and staff meetings.
- Maintain student progress records as required.
- Travel to client sites as required.
- Travel to Pasadena, CA, for corporate meetings and Training.
- Provide virtual support to VillageED and in-home students.
- Ability to meet specific key performance indicators.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You Bring:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Knowledge of language disorders and rehabilitation methods.
Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent AND
- Certificate of completion of a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant's program from an institution of higher learning accredited by a regional accreditation association.
- Possession of valid registration as a Speech/Language Pathology Assistant with the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain transportation between job sites, is required.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance (HMO & PPO options)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401K with matching
- $2500 Educational Reimbursement
Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, classification, and other factors. Not all benefits are available to all employees. Benefits are administered in compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the essential functions and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or requirements. The duties, responsibilities, and other requirements of this position may be subject to change or modification at any time by the organization, with or without prior notice. Expatiate Communication, Inc. reserves the right to modify the job description at any time, with or without notice.
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, geography, and other job-related reasons. Expatiate Communications is an equal-opportunity employer. Expatiate Communications considers all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement without regard to a person's race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Salary
$44,000 - $87,000 per hour
Salary : $44,000 - $87,000