Speech Language Pathologist (Part Time)

KIPP New Jersey•Newark, NJ

About The Position

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

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.
Ability to adapt to different school settings, procedures, and staffs.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Belief that all students deserve a world-class education achievable 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.