About the Role
The Speech-Language Pathologist – Clinical Fellow (CF-SLP) provides assessment, intervention, and case management services to support students' communication development and access to instruction. This role partners with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver legally compliant, high-quality speech-language services under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist during the Clinical Fellowship year.
Responsibilities
- Conducts speech-language evaluations and analyzes assessment results to identify students' communication needs and inform educational planning under supervision.
- Develops individualized therapy plans and implements evidence-based speech-language interventions.
- Monitors student progress and adjusts intervention strategies.
- Prepares timely, accurate, and legally compliant evaluation reports and documentation.
- Participates as a member of multidisciplinary IEP teams by presenting assessment findings and recommendations.
- Maintains case management responsibilities for speech-only students, ensuring compliance with requirements.
- Partners with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate communication strategies.
- Consults with educators and caregivers to recommend instructional supports and communication strategies.
- Supports professional learning and models communication strategies for school staff under supervision.
- Maintains accurate clinical documentation, attendance records, and student records.
- Participates in supervision, coaching, and professional learning activities.
- Completes other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Eligibility for or possession of a California Required Professional Experience (RPE) Temporary License to complete the Clinical Fellowship year.
- Clinical practicum experience conducting speech-language evaluations and delivering intervention services in educational or pediatric settings.
- Knowledge of speech-language assessment, intervention planning, and IEP processes.
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
- Eligibility to complete the ASHA Clinical Fellowship and California licensure requirements.
- Knowledge of federal and California special education law related to speech-language services.
- Ability to conduct diagnostic evaluations and interpret assessment data under supervision.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and families.
- Commitment to educational equity and KIPP NorCal's mission.
- Ability to travel between school sites.
- Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese (preferred).
- Experience supporting students from historically underserved communities (preferred).
- Experience in a TK–12 educational setting (preferred).
- Must have a valid CA driver’s license and access to reliable transportation for work-related travel.
- Ability to navigate office and school campuses, use technology, and occasionally lift or carry materials up to 20 lbs.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, concentrate for sustained periods, analyze complex information, and make decisions under normal work pressures.
Skills
- Speech-language assessment
- Intervention planning
- IEP processes
- Federal and California special education law
- Diagnostic evaluations
- Data interpretation
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration
- Bilingual (Spanish or Vietnamese)
- Supporting underserved communities
- TK-12 educational settings
Location
- San Francisco
Work Type
- Full-time
- School-facing
- Frequent school travel
Experience Level
- Clinical Fellowship year
Education Level
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
Salary/Compensations
- Stockton: $80,100
- Bay Area: $95,400
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Commuter benefits
About the Company
- KIPP NorCal is a nonprofit network of 23 free, public charter schools serving nearly 7,000 students across multiple locations.
- KIPP believes all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves.
- The organization aims to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students for college, career, and beyond.
- KIPP NorCal serves a diverse student population, with 81% qualifying for free or reduced price lunch, 34% being multilingual learners, and 12% having special needs.
- The organization strives to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect the students’ diversity.
Equal Opportunity
- KIPP Northern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
