Speech and Language Pathologist opening at Maya Angelou PCS

See Forever Foundation, located in Washington, D.C., has an immediate opening for a Speech and Language Pathologist to serve students on the three campuses of the Maya Angelou Public Charter School. The incumbent will report to See Forever’s Director of Special Education and will join an interdisciplinary team.

Principal responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Identifying speech and communication difficulties/disorders
Assessing and treating speech and communication difficulties
Devising, implementing and revising relevant treatment programs
Monitoring and evaluating student progress
Working with students on a one-to-one basis, and in groups, to deliver therapy
Writing and maintaining confidential case notes and reports
Managing a caseload
Working with others to improve the effectiveness of service delivery

Background on See Forever

See Forever opened in 1997, with the mission to create learning environments where young people who have not been successful in traditional schools can reach their potential. We want our students to develop the academic, social, and employment skills they need to build rewarding lives and promote positive change in their communities. In the fall of 1998, SFF secured a charter to operate the Maya Angelou Public Charter School (MAPCS). In 2006, SFF/MAPCS received accreditation from the Middle States Association.

See Forever currently runs three Maya Angelou Public Charter School campuses in Washington, D.C. The oldest, an alternative high school, is located in the historic Shaw district at 9th and T Streets NW. A second alternative high school, operated in a partnership with the DC Public Schools, is located at 57^th and East Capitol Streets NE. The third, an alternative middle school, is also located at 57^th and East Capitol Streets, NE. In July 2007, we assumed operation of the Maya Angelou Academy (formerly the Oak Hill Academy), in Laurel, MD. The Academy is located within the District of Columbia’s long-term secure facility for youth who have been adjudicated delinquent. We also operate an affiliated Transition Center in the District of Columbia to assist youth in adjusting to the community after their release from detention.

The education program at See Forever/Maya Angelou Public Charter School has a number of unique features. Classes are small, and at the high school campuses, they range in size from 5-15 students. The middle school has an average class size of 22 students. School days are extended, where possible, running into the evening. Supplementary tutorial enrichment occurs in the evenings and/or on Saturdays. We support year-round school activities for students. Our schools have a strong mental health component as well, providing individual counseling and group counseling to all students as needed. Our high school students at Maya Angelou also have the chance to learn job skills while on paid work assignments.

Our exceptional learning community is dedicated to providing every child with the opportunity to achieve at the highest levels of academic success. We serve a community of students with high special education needs who require a robust set of support services. Our school embraces an inclusion model to ensure that the needs of all students (those in both general and special education) can be met.

Our results show that we are achieving our goals. Historically, over 80% of our graduates go on to college or post secondary education, including our exceptional learning students. More of our graduates complete colleges and/or other post-secondary schools than do their peers. Moreover, our students develop the strength and resiliency necessary to succeed when they graduate. Some are pursuing careers in education, social work, computer science, nursing and public service.

For additional information about See Forever, please visit: HYPERLINK “http://www.seeforever.org” www.seeforever.org.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess a post graduate degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution and must hold a DC license in speech-language pathology.

Ideal candidates will have practiced speech-language therapy for at least two years.

Compensation

See Forever offers competitive salary and benefits, including health care coverage, a 403 (b) savings plan, and a computer purchase assistance plan. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and competitive with similar positions at other community-based nonprofit organizations of comparable size in Washington, D.C.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume, a cover letter, and contact information for three references by e-mail to hr@seeforever.org. The subject line of the e-mail should indicate the position for which you are applying. Resumes, cover letters and references should be in MS Word, and sent by e-mail attachment.

See Forever is an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diverse staff is a better, more effective staff. Persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

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