WHO WE ARE

Heartwood Community School is a community-focused, tuition-free charter school serving Jasper, Beaufort, and Hampton Counties in South Carolina. We believe in educating the whole child—nurturing each student academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Honoring every child's unique journey, we bridge home and school to foster a compassionate, empowering environment where students feel seen and valued.

Our mission goes beyond academics; we guide students to become resilient problem-solvers, compassionate community builders, globally minded citizens, emotionally intelligent leaders, and lifelong learners. Embracing mistakes as part of growth, we equip students to thrive in school and life—ready to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

THE ROLE

Heartwood Community School is seeking a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist to join our team on a contractual basis. In this role, you will work with K-2 students, helping them overcome communication challenges and develop critical language skills. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide speech and language evaluations for students in grades K-2, identifying individual needs and strengths.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to support language acquisition and communication skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other support staff to create a cohesive approach to student development.
• Monitor and document progress, adjusting interventions as necessary to meet student needs.
• Educate teachers and staff on strategies to support communication skills within the classroom setting.

SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS

We are unapologetically committed to recruiting the best people in our field. We seek only those team members who set the highest standards for themselves and are passionate about making a lasting impact on the lives of children.

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and current state licensure.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students, particularly in grades K-2.
• Expertise in assessing and addressing a range of speech and language needs, including articulation, fluency, and receptive/expressive language skills.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to Heartwood Community School's whole-child approach and mission of empowering students to thrive.

COMPENSATION

The salary for this role is $75/hour, before taxes. To uphold our commitment to equitable and fair compensation, we offer a competitive wage and have a no-negotiation policy.

Part-time contractors are not eligible for paid time off or benefits. They are responsible for paying taxes in accordance with federal and state laws.

We are committed to building a best in class team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.