2026-2027 Speech & Language Pathologist (Full or Part-Time, Salaried) at Blue Oak Academy & Sycamore Valley Academy at The Academies CMO (Sycamore Valley Academy, Blue Oak Academy)
About the Employer
TK-8 Public Charter Schools Our schools offer a site-based, academically accelerated instructional program with multi-age grouping, differentiation, project-based learning (“PBL”), gifted education for all students, development of scholarly habits of mind, enriched curriculum (including Spanish language, hands-on science, service-learning, and arts instruction), social and emotional learning (“SEL”), authentic assessment, mastery orientation, and collaboration in the whole school community. We support the individual needs of all students, including those who have the desire to work ahead or work deeper in their studies and those who need extra supports to succeed. Our constructivist educational philosophy and program for gifted learners make our schools unique in the area. The MISSION of The Academies is to engage every student in a manner which cultivates growth and nurtures their curiosity, creativity, and talents. Our collaborative community empowers students to grow into self-directed thinkers and virtuous citizens, equipped with a love of learning and a love of life; eager to contribute their gifts to a better, more equitable world. Our VISION: We create an inclusive community with access to rigorous and enriching educational experiences that challenge and support individuals to achieve their personal best and realize new opportunities. Our MOTTO: Elevating Academics in an Enriching Environment
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Job Title: Speech & Language Pathologist
Job Purpose:
The Speech & Language Pathologist identifies, assesses and provides remediation therapy to students with disorders of language, speech and hearing.
Team Relationship:
The Speech & Language Pathologist is directly responsible to the Principal and works closely with the Education Specialist, school site teachers, and administrative staff.
Essential Job Functions:
- Screens referrals of students with speech, language and hearing handicaps.
- Performs diagnostic work-up on student for their particular handicap and needs.
- Facilitates Individual Educational Plan (IEP) committee meeting.
- Individualizes direct or indirect therapy for student's particular needs.
- Confers with parents, teachers and other specialists with regard to student's handicaps.
- Performs basic attendance and record keeping services as required.
- Acts as consultant on school assessment team and educational assessment service.
- Conducts in-service training for teachers or other pertinent persons.
- Attends conferences and professional meetings, classes and workshops related to the LSH field in order to promote and maintain professional growth.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications, Experience & Certifications:
- Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential
- Training in communication severity scales desired
- Possess a valid California driver license and maintain insurability.
Clinical:
- Clinical or Rehabilitative Services Credential in Language, Speech, and Hearing with Special Class Authorization.
General:
- Special Secondary Credential
- Correction of Speech Defects Exceptional Children Credential
- Speech Correction Lip ReadingStandard:
- Teaching Credential with Minor - Speech and Hearing Handicapped
- Restricted Special Education Credential - Speech and Hearing Therapy
- Limited Specialized Preparation Credential - Speech and Hearing Handicapped
Ability to:
- Demonstrate an understanding, patient, respectful and receptive attitude toward exceptional needs students of varied age groups.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with children and adults contacted in the course of work.
- Understand, carry out and communicate oral and written directions.
- Maintain accurate records and files, and prepare documents and reports
- Must be able to provide your own reliable transportation to work sites within The Academies’ charter schools.
- Be flexible and receptive to change.
- Attend in-service training, conferences and meetings, as needed.
The Academies Charter Management Organization Board will consider candidates for the Speech & Language Pathologist position based upon a combination of education/certifications, experience, skills, knowledge and/or abilities, and mission fit.
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must complete/attach the following: • Completed Edjoin Application • Target Success Sketch (after application is submitted) • Cover letter • Resume • 3 letters of recommendation • Valid California Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential is required • Clinical or Rehabilitative Services Credential in Language, Speech, and Hearing with Special Class Authorization • Special Secondary Credential (see job description) • Correction of Speech Defects Exceptional Children Credential • Speech Correction Lip Reading • Possess a valid California driver license and maintain insurability
Applications must be fully completed, including required attachments. Completion of Target Sketch Questions are required of all applicants. An invitation to complete the Target Sketch will be received upon completion of the application.
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must complete/attach the following: • Completed Edjoin Application • Target Success Sketch (after application is submitted) • Cover letter • Resume • 3 letters of recommendation • Valid California Speech-Language Pathology Services Credential is required • Clinical or Rehabilitative Services Credential in Language, Speech, and Hearing with Special Class Authorization • Special Secondary Credential (see job description) • Correction of Speech Defects Exceptional Children Credential • Speech Correction Lip Reading • Possess a valid California driver license and maintain insurability
Applications must be fully completed, including required attachments. Completion of Target Sketch Questions are required of all applicants. An invitation to complete the Target Sketch will be received upon completion of the application.
Comments and Other Information
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Academies CMO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
Comments and Other Information
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Academies CMO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
2/2/2026
Contact
Corey Morse
5596223236
5596223236
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay dependent on experience
Add'l Salary Info
See current 2025-26 salary schedule on our website: www.theacademiescharters.org/work-with-us
Length of Work Year
185
Employment Type
Full and Part Time
School Assignment/Location
Blue Oak Academy & Sycamore Valley Academy
Schedule
Works in person at both school sites, 50/50 split