Compass Charter School’s mission is to inspire and develop innovative, creative, self-directed learners, one scholar at a time. When we start with scholars, we start from a place of possibility. With scholars at the center, we have defined the desired competencies for Compass employees that support meaningful learning experiences and create the enabling conditions to bring our vision for scholars to life, creating a collaborative virtual learning community, inspiring scholars to appreciate the ways in which arts and sciences nurture a curiosity for life-long learning, and prepare scholars to take responsibility for their future success.

Core Values: Achievement | Respect | Teamwork | Integrity | Communication (ARTIC)

Compass fosters a work environment that is personalized, authentic, competency-based, inclusive and equitable. Our Core Values guide our work every day. Those Core Values are teamwork and achievement for all community members; inclusive, respectful communication and collaboration; and mutual respect and integrity. 

Essential requirements to serve in the Speech and Language Pathologist role:   

• Bachelor's degree and Valid California Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Special Education Teaching Credential with California English Language Learner Authorization.
• 1 + Years of verified teaching experience in a public school setting.
• Online teaching experience and/or Online Teaching & Learning Certificate
• Experience working with blended, online, personalized, and/or virtual learning schools preferred.

Desired skills to serve in the Speech and Language Pathologist role:

• Excellent communication 
• Proficiency in SEIS and CALPADS 
• Ability to work collegially with others in the organization
• Record-keeping techniques 
• Proficient in digital engagement: computer & software skills. (ie Google Suite and Microsoft), social media literacy (ie Twitter, Google Classroom, website navigation), information & communication (email, intranets), web & mobile applications, interpersonal & social networking skills, and student/school systems (i.e. student information system, digital courseware, online learning platforms).

Essential duties for the Speech and Language Pathologist may include:

• Provide direct, individualized, or small-group instruction to students on caseload as outlined in their IEPs.
• Review IEPs of assigned students and collaborate with teachers to support goal achievement.
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings, ensuring coordination with all team members.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress toward IEP goals.
• Develop instructional materials and strategies to support Special Education students in mainstream classrooms.
• Implement communication-based IEP goals using various service delivery models aligned with the curriculum.
• Conduct speech and language screenings, formal assessments, and implement treatment plans as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all IEP requirements, including accurate documentation and reporting.
• Monitor student progress, complete service notes for each session, and provide direct speech-language services.
• Participate in division-wide initiatives, student engagement activities, and school-wide events as needed.
• Maintain professional competency through ongoing professional development, including staff training.
• Support departmental and organizational goals as required.
• Manage cases for students whose sole IEP eligibility is Speech/Language services.

Although the Speech and Language Pathologist has unique requirements and duties, we believe that all employees play a critical role in the success of each and every scholar. The following competencies are common across every employee:

These are additional, essential competencies for all academic staff to ensure each Compass scholar receives the following educational experiences thereby ensuring progress toward the Compass Scholar Profile:

Work Environment:

Position is based in an approved home office in the State of California. As the safety, adequacy, and functionality of the approved home office is key, approval must be provided to work from any other location with the exception of the CCS Center location. May be required to also work from the Central Office, Learning Center, or other Compass location. Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed to meet the needs of scholars, learning coaches (parents), and staff. Must be able to travel throughout the State of California for school-related activities. Notify HR if any work will be performed in San Francisco or out of state for any period of time. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.