Speech and Language Pathologist

Friendship Public Charter School; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Public Charter School in Washington, DC is looking for dedicated professionals for the 2026–2027 school year. The school aims to provide a world-class education and is committed to accelerating student achievement.

Ideal candidates should have experience in the field, a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred), and possess specific licenses required for clinical competence. Join a mission-driven team to foster student success.

Qualifications

• Experience in the role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations for students.
• Act as an interdisciplinary team member in special education eligibility process.
• Articulate test results to parents and MDT members.
• Deliver group and individual therapy sessions as indicated on student IEPs.
• Maintain monthly progress notes as required by Medicaid regulations.
• Make recommendations for purchasing assessment materials.
• Stay updated on advances in diagnostic materials.
• Maintain compliant IEPS and report progress accordingly.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of education

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology

DC Department of Health Speech Language Pathology license

Job description

Overview

Thank you for your interest in joining Friendship Public Charter School! We are excited to review applications for anticipated vacancies for the 2026–2027 school year.

Our formal interview process will begin in January 2026 for all confirmed openings. Please note that some roles may be posted in advance of confirmation, and internal applicants will be considered first for any potential vacancies.

Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools serving students from pre-K3 through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and character necessary for success in college, career, and life.

We are seeking dedicated, mission-aligned professionals to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year. If you are committed to accelerating student achievement, fostering joyful and rigorous learning, and preparing students for bright postsecondary futures, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to learning more about you and your passion for serving students in Washington, DC.

For more information about our Teacher Evaluation Method, see the Danielson Framework for Teaching.

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Please see the available salary scales: FPCS Compensation

Responsibilities

• Conducts evaluations and re-evaluations for students as requested or warranted
• Acts as an interdisciplinary team member in the special education eligibility process, administering Speech and Language assessments as required
• Articulates test results to parents and MDT members in clear, understandable language attending to cultural sensitivity
• Delivers group and individual therapy sessions as indicated on student IEPs
• Maintains monthly progress notes as required by Medicaid regulations
• Makes recommendations for purchasing assessment materials to ensure that the clinical adequately equipped with state-of-the-art resources
• Keeps abreast of advances in diagnostic materials
• Maintains compliant IEPS, including contact logs and reports progress accordingly to parents and team members

Qualifications

• Experience in the role preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field of education from an accredited College or University (Master’s degree preferred)
• Must possess both of the following:
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology from the America Speech Language Hearing Association
  • DC Department of Health Speech Language Pathology license

FPCS’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.