Job DescriptionJob Description SummaryThis is a Part-Time Independent Consultant position (1099).You must upload the following to your application:ASHA licensure and state licensureRequired Certificates and Licenses:Speech-language pathology license issued by the state department of education or state board and AmericanSpeech-Language-HearingAssociation Speech-Language Pathologist Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA SLP CCC)The Speech-Language Pathologist Contractor is a state certified therapist responsible for screening, assessing, and treating students experiencing communication problems that affect classroom activities, social interaction, literacy and learning. The Speech-Language Pathologist Contractor will focus on students’ individual needs as defined by each student’s Individualized Education Program. The Speech-Language Pathologist Contractor may be asked to obtain licensure in multiple states and serve students across multiple schools and supervise Speech- Language Assistants as they provide services to students.K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace. In support of this, we are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of inclusion and diversity where our employees are passionate about serving students and families, treat one another and customers with respect, challenge each other to innovate and always strive to do better.Stride is a community of passionate leaders.  Whether teachers, engineers, curriculum writers, or financial managers — whatever your expertise or role, we all work to empower futures through learning. And changing the trajectory of learning itself is one of our greatest missions.  Join us in developing more effective ways to learn and helping learners build the skills and confidence they need to make their way forward in life.This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.Screen and/or evaluate students with suspected speech-language impairments.Provide case management of speech-only caseloadEnsure all speech and language services are provided as determined by the IEP team by:Communicating with parents and teachers to develop a schedule that encourages regular attendance and participation by the studentDeveloping progress reports and other state-specific required special education documentationUsing provided resources to ensure accommodations and modifications for students with disabilities such as assistive technology, supplemental curriculum, and accessible text are made availableMonitoring assigned speech-language pathology assistant caseload, schedule and servicesMaintain compliance with state, school, and company regulationsInstructstudents/families/teachersin the use of appropriate communication strategies and technologies for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders and improving student success in the classroomMaintain files and/or records using specified systems, e.g., progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, reports, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or complianceCollect data and work samples to monitor student progress toward Individual Education Program (IEP) goals and objectivesDocument all contact with parents and interventions with studentsProvide rich and engaging therapy experiences for studentsCommitment to personalizing learning for all studentsDemonstrate a belief in all students’ ability to succeed and meet high expectationsUnderstand that a primary responsibility is to establish and maintain a positive rapport with families and regularly communicates with and responds to students and learning coaches/parents in a timely mannerProvide support to student support team (SST)/response to intervention (RTI) processes;Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering informationSupervisory Responsibilities: May supervise up to 4 Speech Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) or Speech Language Pathologists in their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)MINIMUM REQUIREDQUALIFICATIONS:Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology or related fieldThree (3) years of speech/language work experience within a public-school setting or equivalent combination of education and experienceAbility to work independently, with availability during typical school hours of at least 20 hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9 - 5 as defined by the school and time zoneKnowledge regarding Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) due process requirementsAbility to conduct and interpret comprehensive speech-language evaluationsAbility to provide speech-language therapy servicesAbility to work collaboratively with other staff members to plan and deliver speech-language services to childrenReceptive to receiving coaching on a regular basis with administratorsAbility to embrace change and adapt to ensure excellent student outcomesAbility to create and deliver staff developmentExceptionally strong verbal and written communication skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to rapidly learn and adapt to new technologies and teaching platformsMS365 ProficientDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Management experienceOnline therapy experienceExperience with documentation for purposes of Medicaid claimingExperience evaluating and working with students who require alternative and augmentative communicationCompensation & Benefits:Stride, Inc. considers a person’s education, experience, and qualifications, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value when determining a new employee’s salary level.  Salaries will differ based on these factors, the position’s level and expected contribution, and the employee’s benefitselections.We anticipate the pay rate to be $55.00 per hour. Eligible employees may receive a bonus. This salary is not guaranteed, as an individual’s compensation can vary based on several factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, geographic location, experience, training, education, and local market conditions. Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This position is remote and open to residents of the 50 states and D.C. This is an Independent Consultant position (1099).The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.  All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an EqualOpportunity/AffirmativeAction Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job TypeContractorThe above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. All employment is “at-will” as governed by the law of the state where the employee works.  It is further understood that the “at-will” nature of employment is one aspect of employment that cannot be changed except in writing and signed by an authorized officer.Stride, Inc. is a Federal Contractor, an EqualOpportunity/AffirmativeAction Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)