Executive Communication Coach (SLP)

Speakeasy•Atlanta, GA

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Faculty members are responsible for the effective delivery of Speakeasy’s curriculum and communication coaching for groups and individuals. The Speakeasy curriculum encompasses multiple dimensions, including style and delivery, content, and listening. Delivery is both in-person and virtual. In-person delivery may be in a Speakeasy office or at any location selected by the client and agreed upon by Speakeasy. Faculty work directly with individuals across diverse industries and at every organizational level. Speech-Language Pathology Faculty members provide additional expertise specific to the use of the voice.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree required for Speech-Language Pathologists
For Speech-Language Pathologists, a valid Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and a current state license are required
A minimum of five years’ professional experience in teaching, business, consulting, psychology, communication, coaching, and/or related fields is required
Demonstrated experience in teaching, coaching, facilitation, and mentoring
Superior communication (verbal, written, listening) and interpersonal skills
Organizational and time management skills
Sound business acumen
Emotional intelligence and a high level of self-awareness
Ability to quickly learn new content
Flexible and able to quickly adapt to change, and a willingness to embrace change
Willingness and ability to give and receive both positive and constructive feedback
Group management skills with the ability to balance individual needs with group dynamics and to create a psychologically safe environment
Advanced or exemplary computer skills with a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook; able to navigate general computer functions such as creating, organizing, and saving files and folders
Ability to navigate CRM (customer relationship management) and other business-related platforms (e.g., scheduling, personal productivity, and survey platforms)
Receptivity and the ability to achieve proficiency with new or emerging platforms and technologies
Technical capacity and proficiency with various audio/visual (A/V) equipment
Ability to navigate various video-conferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Webex)
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally
Ability to speak, listen, stand, and sit for extended periods, and maintain focused attention; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of instructional design principles
Bilingual or multilingual
Learning and development experience
Understanding of emerging technologies

Responsibilities

Delivers live small group communication development workshops, private/individual coaching sessions, and large group presentations/speeches (size varies) in one of Speakeasy’s offices, at a designated client location, or virtually
Assesses individual skills and develops skill advancement through lectures, exercises, facilitated group discussions, and video recording and feedback
Completes pre-program preparation, including reviewing client information and expectations to ensure that classroom and A/V equipment are appropriately set up
Completes post-program documentation (e.g., internal documentation, client follow-up) and sales team collaboration and debriefing
Manages individual virtual coaching sessions, including initial scheduling, needs assessment, development plan creation, progress assessment, case documentation, and post-coaching recommendations
Participates in staff and faculty business meetings, development activities, social functions, and retreats
Attends client meetings (by phone, virtually, or in-person on or off-site) when requested to participate
Provides coaching to Speakeasy staff members for their ongoing communication development
Actively seeks new knowledge and information about developments within business, learning and development, personal and professional growth, and other areas that contribute to individual knowledge and growth, and the guidance and coaching of clients
Prepares and delivers large group presentations and speeches as assigned
Manages logistics related to travel (e.g., flights, ground transportation, hotel, passport renewals, visa requests) necessary for providing on-site client work
Performs other related duties and projects as assigned, including curriculum development, marketing, and social media