Speech Language Pathologist - Pennsylvania

Company Summary

At Pearson, we’re committed to a world that’s always learning and to our
talented team who makes it all possible. From bringing lectures vividly to life
to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way
people learn best, whether it’s one child in our own backyard or an education
community across the globe. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who
motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and
inspires us to always be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology — and
each other to surpass these boundaries — we create seeds of learning that become
the catalyst for the world’s innovations, personal and global, large and small..

Position Summary

Accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Working from their home,
the Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist will provide virtual speech therapy to
K-12 students who are enrolled in Connections Academy virtual public schools.
The SLP will connect with students using webcams and web conferencing software,
while using the company's online Education Management System to manage their
caseload.

Primary Responsibilities

* Provide high quality speech language services to assigned students while
supporting program implementation;
* Planning and implementing individual and group therapy in a virtual
environment;
* Be an expert on assigned school and state specific policies and procedures
for implementing LiveSpeech services;
* Maintain a positive working relationship between the LiveSpeech team, and the
schools and programs we serve;
* Review and analyze a variety of reports to maintain compliance;
* Maintain a high level of communication with the leadership team and school
staff; 
* Timely and thorough documentation of therapeutic interventions and progress
reports;
* Meet bi weekly with your supervisor;
* Conduct screenings and formal and informal evaluation of all students’
communication needs using documented best practices; 
* Communicate regularly with parents/learning coaches of students with
speech/language needs as well as school special education staff to insure
that their IEP goals are being met, and that their needs are addressed in a
timely and appropriate fashion; 
* Consult with teachers and coordinate the implementation of specially designed
instruction as defined in the IEP regarding students with speech/language
needs and potential learning issues;
* Special Education case management for select students whose only special
education need is speech therapy; this will include scheduling, organizing
and conducting IEP related meetings in a virtual environment, as needed;
* Assist, as needed, with the organization and proper implementation of all
paperwork, documentation and procedures for the IEP process for select
students; 
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date data in the company’s Education Management
System and special education software, including updating secondary IEP
systems as directed; 
* Adhere to all laws and company policies regarding data protection and
security;
* Obtain and maintain all required licenses and clearances as assigned;
* Complete all required professional development, training, and courses
required for CEUs to maintain credentials and meet company compliance
standards;
* Exemplify the company’s core values (brave, decent, imaginative, accountable,
curious, customer-centric, and collaborative); and
* Complete additional duties as assigned.

Pearson is focused on providing a flexible work environment to its employees,
including the ability to work from home on a regular basis in most positions.
 We believe that flexibility in work/life balance is a critical part of our
culture and employee satisfaction, and we are proud to provide our employees
with the ability to work from anywhere, anytime.  In exchange, we require that
employees have the appropriate means to work remotely, including adherence to
our work at home policies regarding home office setup, including but not limited
to- privacy of records, technology standards, equipment standards and
expectations.  

The following equipment will be provided by the company for full-time SLPs:

* Laptop
* 2nd monitor 
* Headset
* Webcam

The following equipment will need to be provided by you, as the employee, when
working from home:

* Mouse (required)
* Keyboard (required)

Requirements

* MA or MS in Speech Language Pathology and ASHA Certificate of Clinical
Competence
* Valid Pennsylvania Licensure in Speech Pathology
* Ability to obtain and maintain multiple required state certifications and
clearances as assigned
* 2+ years experience in K-12 school setting
* Strong technology skills
* High degree of flexibility and ability to work independently
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
* Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for
two-step authentication.

Capabilities

* Customer Centric – Acts with a strong customer mindset (both internal and
external) and is a visible advocate for students. Builds strong relationships
with students and uses them to improve their experience and outcomes.
* Communication - A great communicator who engages teams and stakeholders with
thoughtful delivery and messages that resonate.
* Collaborative - Models collaboration, solves problems with peers, builds
trust and support.
* Accountable – Can be relied on to complete tasks timely and well,
demonstrates “ownership” regardless of the outcome, proactive in exploring
and exploiting new opportunities.

Behaviors

* High level of integrity and transparency
* High degree of flexibility
* Positive attitude
* Evidence of a strong work ethic
* Demonstrated team player

Pearson's Core Values

* We ask why - we challenge the status quo by challenging ourselves.
* We ask what if - we spark curiosity to innovate new possibilities for
everyone.
* We earn trust - we build credibility by acting with integrity every day.
* We deliver quality - we hold our customers and consumers in the highest
regard, and our work to the highest standards.
* We make our mark - we execute with speed and agility to leave lasting impact
on everyone we serve.

The anticipated starting salary for Colorado-based individuals expressing
interest in this position begins at $54,000 per year at minimum. Benefits
available to eligible employees can be seen at
https://www.connectionsacademy.com/careers/benefits.
[https://www.hrc-connectionsacademy.com/prospective-employee-benefits-page.html]