Speech Language Pathologist (Part Time)

KIPP•Newark, NJ

4d•$50 - $65•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP New Jersey is seeking a part-time Speech Language Pathologist to help students develop communication skills and succeed in school. The role assesses students and provides speech-language therapy at assigned KIPP NJ school sites, with a focus on oral communication skills that support access to educational programs. The position reports to the Director of Special Education. The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct treatment, develops and implements educationally based IEP communication goals, follows treatment plans, and communicates with families about student progress. The role collaborates with teachers and the child study team, provides classroom strategies, documents progress, participates in IEP meetings, and conducts formal assessments.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an ASHA-accredited university with a Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC), or working toward completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
Knowledge of speech-language report writing.
Knowledge of formal speech-language assessments.
Flexibility and ability to adapt to different school settings, procedures, and staffs.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Belief that all students deserve a world-class education that can be achieved through education reform.

Nice To Haves

A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high-performing charter network or charter management organization.

Responsibilities

Provide direct treatment to students with speech-language impairments.
Develop and implement educationally based IEP communication goals using varied service delivery models to support the classroom curriculum.
Follow and implement treatment plans.
Communicate with families of students on the assigned caseload regarding progress toward IEP goals.
Collaborate with teachers to help students meet the goals outlined in their IEPs.
Provide individualized classroom strategies to facilitate specific communication skills.
Participate as a member of the child study team.
Document student progress toward established goals and objectives.
Participate in IEP meetings for students on the assigned caseload.
Conduct formal assessments.