Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A) - East Palo Alto + Redwood City

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A)

Department - Special Education - Reports to - Associate Director of Special Education

Location - Peninsula (East Palo Alto + Redwood City) - Type - Full-time

FLSA Status - Non-Exempt - Schedule - School year

About KIPP NorCal

We are a thriving nonprofit network of 23 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality. Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Our student community consists of nearly 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San José, Redwood City, and Stockton. 81% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 34% are multilingual learners, and 12% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students' diversity.

Role Overview

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) delivers speech and language services that help students access instruction and make progress toward their Individualized Education Program (IEP) communication goals. Working under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, this role partners with educators, families, and student support teams to provide high-quality, compliant services that support student success.

In this role, you execute assigned tasks with quality and on time, working within a scope set by your supervising Speech-Language Pathologist. You determine how to complete your assigned work and escalate decisions requiring clinical judgment or changes to student programming.

Core Responsibilities

Student Speech and Language Services

• Executes speech-language interventions under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist so students make measurable progress toward their IEP communication goals.
• Implements instructional activities and therapeutic strategies aligned to student IEPs to increase communication, language, and literacy skills.
• Tracks student progress during service delivery and documents performance to support ongoing instructional planning and progress monitoring.

IEP Implementation and Documentation

• Maintains accurate service logs, attendance records, and student documentation that meet federal, state, and organizational compliance requirements.
• Supports the implementation of IEP services by preparing materials, collecting data, and contributing progress information within the SLPA scope of practice.
• Escalates concerns regarding student progress, service delivery, or compliance to the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist in a timely manner.

Collaboration and Student Support

• Partners with classroom teachers, special education staff, and related service providers to reinforce communication strategies that increase student access to instruction.
• Communicates with families and school teams regarding student participation and progress under the guidance of the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Supports professional learning and modeling of speech and language strategies for educators as directed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.

Professional Practice

• Maintains professional licensure, confidentiality, and ethical standards in accordance with California regulations and KIPP NorCal policies.
• Participates in regional professional development and team meetings to strengthen instructional practice and collaboration.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

KIPP Leadership Competencies

These competencies describe the core leadership behaviors expected at this level – they guide how we hire, develop, and grow our people at KIPP NorCal.

• Lead Self: You seek feedback, reflect on your strengths and growth areas, and build the job-specific skills needed to do your work well.
• Lead People: You lead with integrity, follow through on commitments, and collaborate openly — contributing to team purpose and bringing others along.
• Lead Results: You manage your workload, meet deadlines, solve routine problems, and escalate thoughtfully when something is beyond your scope.

Knowledge & Skills

Required Qualifications

Experience - Experience supporting students with speech, language, or communication needs through clinical placements, internships, or professional practice.Demonstrated knowledge of speech-language intervention techniques and special education service delivery.

Education - Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or completion of a California-approved Speech-Language Pathology Assistant preparation program.Current California Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) license in good standing.

Knowledge/skills - Knowledge of speech-language intervention strategies and IEP implementation.Knowledge of federal and California special education regulations applicable to the SLPA scope of practice.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams.Proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.Commitment to educational equity and KIPP NorCal's mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish or Vietnamese.
• Experience working with students from historically underserved communities.
• Experience in a TK–12 educational setting.

Role Details

The following details describe how this role is structured and what to expect day-to-day.

Work Setting - School-facing

Travel Expectation - Frequent school travel

Driver's License - Must have a valid CA driver's license and access to reliable transportation for work-related travel

Physical Demands - Ability to navigate office and school campuses, use technology, and occasionally lift or carry materials up to 20 lbs.

Mental Demands - Ability to manage competing priorities, concentrate for sustained periods, analyze complex information, and make decisions under normal work pressures.

Environmental - Primarily school-based environment, with regular travel between school sites

KIPP Northern California is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, retirement plan with employer contribution and commuter benefits.

We benchmark annually against comparably-sized non-profit organizations in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries. The hourly rate for this position is:

• Stockton: $29.81 - $35.40 / hr
• Bay Area: $33.65 - $39.97 / hr

How to Apply

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