Speech-Language Pathologist, Promise Academy
About The Position
Harlem Children’s Zone is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for Promise Academy, its K–12 charter schools. The role supports students’ communication development and academic success through screenings, individualized sessions, progress monitoring, documentation, family communication, and collaboration with school teams. The position follows a 10-month school year, Monday through Friday, from 7:40 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with optional summer work available for additional pay. Speech Pathologists receive a personal laptop, evidence-based curricula and therapy tools, bi-weekly professional development workshops, and support from a multidisciplinary team. They are encouraged to pursue continued education and supported in obtaining specialized certifications relevant to school-based practice.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a related area, such as Speech Pathology, from an accredited college or university.
- Valid New York State Speech-Language Pathology license; must hold CCC-SLP and either TSSLD or TSHH certification.
- At least two years of professional SLP experience working with children.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a school setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct observations and screenings for students with potential speech concerns.
- Assess IEP goals monthly and submit progress reports.
- Submit teacher reports highlighting student strengths and needs.
- Complete the Related Services section and goals in SESIS before IEP meetings.
- Maintain open communication with families and address questions.
- Collaborate with teammates by sharing insights and providing support.
- Share screening results and next steps with families in a supportive manner.
- Celebrate student growth and progress.
- Submit weekly, data-driven lesson plans to the School Psychologist.
- Upload student work weekly and track service attendance.
- Deliver engaging, differentiated sessions tailored to student needs.
- Use data to inform instruction and guide student progress.
Benefits
- Performance-based bonuses
- No-cost health insurance
- Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Employee referral bonus
- Career advancement
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Wellness discounts
- Commuter benefits
- Financial wellness perks
- Personal laptop
- Bi-weekly professional development workshops
- Access to evidence-based curricula and therapy tools
- Collaborative support from a multidisciplinary team
- Continued education support
- Support obtaining specialized certifications relevant to school-based practice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
