Speech and Language Pathologist
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in an applicable field of education from an accredited college or university is required.
- A Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association is required.
- A District of Columbia Department of Health Speech-Language Pathology license is required.
- Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations for students as requested or warranted.
- Act as an interdisciplinary team member in the special education eligibility process and administer speech and language assessments as required.
- Articulate test results to parents and multidisciplinary team members in clear, understandable language while attending to cultural sensitivity.
- Deliver group and individual therapy sessions as indicated on student Individualized Education Programs.
- Maintain monthly progress notes as required by Medicaid regulations.
- Make recommendations for purchasing assessment materials to ensure the clinical setting is adequately equipped with state-of-the-art resources.
- Keep abreast of advances in diagnostic materials.
- Maintain compliant Individualized Education Programs, including contact logs, and report progress accordingly to parents and team members.
- Experience in the role is preferred.
- A master's degree is preferred.
About the company
Friendship Public Charter School is a non-profit charter school network in Washington, D.C. serving about 4,000 students from pre-K through 12th grade, including an online academy. It delivers a full K–12 curriculum aligned to Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, using a knowledge-building approach, with Early College high school options, strong AP/Pre-AP programs, and Reggio Emilia-inspired learning at some elementary campuses; online programs partner with K12 and Edmentum. The network differentiates itself by acting as a turnaround operator, taking over and stabilizing struggling charter schools, while emphasizing extracurriculars and college preparation. Its goal is to provide a world-class education that helps students meet high academic standards and become self-sufficient, well-rounded citizens, evidenced by a 95% graduation rate and 100% college acceptance.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Founded
1997
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Enrollment materials updated October 4, 2026, show active lottery demand and March 2027 registration.
- The 2026 budget fight targets more charter facilities funding after Bowser's FY2027 proposal.
- Friendship reached 4,334 students in FY2026, increasing scale before its next charter review.
What critics are saying
- D.C. charters face a $2,000 per-student funding gap versus DCPS in FY2027.
- Friendship's charter renewal arrives in SY2027-2028, after rapid expansion and the Eagle acquisition.
- The May 14, 2026 bond hearing exposed a $90 million financing need and acquisition uncertainty.
What makes Friendship Public Charter School unique
- FPCS operates 15 D.C.-area campuses and the district's only fully online K-8 charter.
- Its 2025 federal grant funds Friendship Collegiate West, extending its feeder-school replication model.
- Patricia Brantley says 85% teacher retention and homegrown principals support execution.
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Benefits
- Professional Development Budget
- Mentorship Program