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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:
Working from their home, the Part-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 he/she is serving;
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 complete documentation of therapeutic interventions;
Conduct screenings and formal and informal evaluation of all students’
communication needs;
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;
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 part-time SLPs:
Headset
The following equipment will need to be provided by you, as the employee, when
working from home:
Computer
2nd monitor
Mouse (required)
Keyboard (required)
Requirements:
MA or MS in Speech Language Pathology and ASHA Certificate of Clinical
Competence
Must hold active/valid state and/or Department of Education Licensure in
Speech Pathology required in state of residence
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.