Speech Language Pathologist (Part Time)

KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 16 schools in Newark, Camden and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals.

About the role

We need you to help our students develop the skills they need to communicate and succeed in school. As Speech and Language Pathologist, you will assess and provide speech and language therapy for students at assigned KIPP NJ school sites. You will focus on developing students’ oral communication skills to support their ability to access their educational program. You will report to the Director of Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct treatment to students with speech-language impairments.
• Develop and implement educationally-based IEP communication goals using a variety of service delivery models to support the classroom curriculum.
• Follow and implement treatment plans.
• Communicate with families of students on assigned caseload regarding progress toward IEP goals.
• Collaborate with teachers to ensure that 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 towards meeting established goals and objectives.
• Participate in IEP meetings of students on assigned caseload.
• Conduct formal assessments.

Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Pay

This position will be compensated with an hourly rate of $50 - $65 commensurate with experience.

Schedule

We anticipate a schedule of approximately 16 hours per week.