Part Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Compass Collegiate Academy provides every scholar with the academic foundation and strong habits that inspire and cultivate lifelong learners who lead purposeful, civic lives. Compass Collegiate Academy strives to create a diverse, inclusive, and anti-racist community. People from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

About the School

Compass Collegiate Academy (CCA) is a public charter school in Charleston, South Carolina, serving grades K-1 since August 2021. The school is expanding by one grade each year until it becomes a full Kindergarten through 8th grade school. CCA’s model and budget are designed to ensure the student body reflects the population of North Charleston and the Charleston peninsula. The school is built on these core beliefs:

• All Means All – Every scholar can achieve at high levels, regardless of family income, disability, language proficiency, or prior experience.
• Rigorous Curriculum – Scholars develop foundational knowledge and advanced literacy in early grades to prepare for critical thinking in later years.
• Intentional Commitment to Scholar Social and Emotional Growth – Scholars grow sharp minds and big hearts, developing character strengths like kindness, determination, and integrity to positively impact their communities.
• High-quality Staff – Teachers and leaders are respected professionals in a culture that prioritizes continuous growth for adults and scholars.
• Personalized Learning through Data-Driven Instruction – A cycle of assessment, analysis, and action ensures personalized needs are met to close academic gaps.
• Parental Involvement and Intentional Community – Families are valued partners, with daily updates, open communication, and access to workshops on child development.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech therapy services for students with an IEP, following the frequency and duration designated by the IEP.
• Schedule and/or attend IEP meetings (in person or virtually) for referrals, disability determinations, re-evaluations, annual reviews, and special reviews.
• Coordinate testing dates, times, and locations with the Special Education Coordinator and/or School Psychologist.
• Provide written summaries of testing results and observations within a 60-day timeline when requested.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation in accordance with South Carolina Public Charter School District policies and state/federal special education laws.
• Perform other duties as required to support the school’s mission.

Requirements

• Current South Carolina licensure, ASHA certification, and a state teaching license.
• Expertise in applicable SLP laws and procedures.
• Proven track record of achievement.
• Experience working with a culturally diverse student body preferred.

Skills

• Commitment to the school’s mission and improving scholars’ lives in and out of the classroom.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to build positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Engagement with families and the broader community.

Benefits

• Supportive and energetic team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and community impact.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Parental leave.
• Laptop provided.

Schedule

This role is approximately two days per week.

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.