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Academies of Math and ScienceÂ
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Location: Tucson, AZ
Compensation: $42,000 to $52,000 annually, DOE. Â
Start Date: Immediately
Academies of Math and Science (AMS) is an academically advanced charter school network serving predominantly low-income students. As part of the AMS family, your role as a speech pathologist assistant is to provide speech and language therapy to students with special language needs. Our results and success support our belief that all students can succeed – no matter their background – with the right programs in place, and more importantly, the right people leading the way. Â
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Â
- Screen students with language difficulties or delayed development.Â
- Provide speech and language services in accordance with the student's IEP.Â
- Prepare lesson plans for students in accordance with their IEPs and in conjunction with the classroom teacher.Â
- Act as a resource on speech and language issues for the teacher, parents, and administration.Â
Qualifications & competencies:Â
- Minimum 1 year experience working in a school settingÂ
- Additional certification for working with students with a speech and/or language disability.Â
- Must possess a valid Arizona Standard Certification issued by the Department of Education in the area of speech pathology OR Must possess a state license issued by the Arizona Department of Health as a speech and language therapist/pathologistÂ
- Clearance 1 (IVP) Fingerprint Card.Â
Why work for us?Â
- Competitive salaries and bonus payÂ
- Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement (with employer contributions), PTO, and disability and life insuranceÂ
- Supportive, collaborative culture with incredible coworkers and leadersÂ
- Comprehensive training, follow-up coaching, PD, and professional learning communitiesÂ
- Extensive opportunities for career mobility/advancement as our schools and network continue to grow and expand to new areasÂ
- The chance to truly make a difference in the lives of children who may not otherwise have access to a high-quality education
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Join us to enjoy rewarding challenges and ongoing opportunities!
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