Speech-Language Pathologist

Job Title:

Speech Language Pathologist Location:

Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA)

Classification:

Professional | Exempt About Us At the Alexander Leigh Center for Autism (ALCA), we are driven by a shared commitment to honesty, safety, trust, and communication. Our team builds meaningful relationships with students, families, and each other while delivering best-in-class, evidence-based services.

Our Mission:

Daily collaboration providing students with individualized educational excellence in a safe, dignified, respectful, and nurturing environment encouraging them to reach their maximum level of functional independence.

Our Vision:

Helping children with autism and those who love them to THRIVE ! Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Speech Language Pathologist to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will assess, design, and implement individualized treatment plans that enhance communication, socialization, and self-advocacy skills for students with autism and related needs. You will work closely with educators, therapists, and families to ensure each student receives comprehensive, data-driven support aligned with their IEP goals. What You'll Do Evaluate students using formal and informal assessments to identify communication needs Design and implement individualized and group therapy plans aligned with IEP goals Deliver evidence-based interventions across the following practice areas: receptive and expressive communication, including analytic and gestalt language processors, AAC, social communication, phonological and motor speech disorders, executive function and self-advocacy skills, literacy skills and feeding Collaborate daily with a multidisciplinary team to support student growth Monitor, analyze, and adjust interventions using student performance data Train and support staff and families to promote consistency across environments Contribute to IEP development and participate in team meetings Maintain assistive technology, therapy tools, and documentation

Why You'll Love Working Here Collaborative, Neurodiversity-Affirming Culture:

Work alongside a supportive and flexible, neurodiversity-affirming multidisciplinary team that values your expertise and demonstrates enthusiasm for supporting students' communication growth

Supportive Environment:

Clear line of communication with school leadership who value input, mentorship and ongoing team collaboration, dedicated multidisciplinary office space and discipline-specific therapy spaces Focus on

Therapy:

no caseload managing, no billing, no minutes, no productivity requirements, assigned personal iPad with supportive data management system for flexible, in-the-moment data logging

Increased Flexibility:

Small caseloads to prioritize individualized student growth, autonomy over therapeutic scheduling, including opportunities for co-treats and groups

Therapeutic Resources:

access to and training on a depth of AAC tools and resources, dedicated AAC modeling devices for therapists and classroom staff, bi-annual SLP team budget to provide the most current therapy tools and resources, annual allotment for CEUs and team

Mission-Driven Work:

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with autism every single day

Qualifications Required:

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) OR Graduate Students looking to complete their Clinical Fellowship Professional Educator License (PEL) Dedication to neurodiversity-affirming and sensory-informed therapeutic practices Experience working with both speaking and non-speaking students Strong knowledge of and/or interest in mentorship in the following practice areas

• AAC (low
• mid
• and high-tech) and gestalt language processing Desire to participate in multidisciplinary collaboration and coaching for classroom staff and parents

Preferred:

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
• 2 or more years' experience working with individuals with autism
• Experience with and/or interest in utilizing a variety of AT tools, including mid-tech options and robust, iOS-based AAC software (e.g., TouchChat, Grid, LAMP, Unity, Prolquo2Go, Proloquo4Text, Avaz AAC, TD Snap)
• NLA trained Skills & Competencies Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Effective communicator and collaborative team member Calm, adaptable, and solution-oriented under pressure Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth Benefits 401(k
• matching Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Long
• and short-term disability insurance options Life insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) Paid time off (PTO
• personal and sick Paid school scheduled breaks Employee discount Eligibility for a variety of non-profit loan forgiveness programs Professional development assistance (i.

e., annual allotment for CEUs) Bi-annual SLP team budget for resources (e.g., therapy materials, AAC supports, assessments) Training & Compliance Requirements CPR/First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain) PCM (Professional Crisis Management) certification and annual recertification Physical & Work Environment Requirements This role involves active engagement with students in a dynamic school setting.

Responsibilities may include:

Lifting or assisting students (up to 100 lbs.) Physical activity such as kneeling, running, and implementing safety procedures Working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions Exposure to noise, biological materials, and cleaning agents Equal Opportunity Employer ALCA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA. Apply Today If you are passionate about helping students with autism develop their communication skills and independence, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that truly makes a difference.

Pay:

$70,000.00

• $85,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person