26-27 Speech and Language Pathologist

About KIPP New Jersey

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 students in grades K-12 across 18 schools in Newark, Camden, and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals.

Here’s what you need to know:

We’re looking for a Speech and Language Pathologist for the 2022-23 school year! 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. And you will report to the Director of Special Education.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

Speech Coach Extraordinaire

• 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
• Create donor and prospect profile documents in support of teammates
• Conduct speech and language screenings
• Follow and implement treatment plans
• Communicate with families of students on assigned caseload regarding progress toward IEP goals

Teammate and Collaborator

• 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 Organizational and Achievement Guru
• Document student progress towards meeting established goals and objectives
• Participate in IEP meetings of students on assigned caseload
• Conduct formal assessments

Must Haves (ie. what you need to rock this role)

• Master’s Degree from an ASHA accredited university
• 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

Nice to Haves:

• Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC)
• A record of exceptional student achievement and results at a high-performing charter network/charter management organization.

The salary range for this role is $74,000 - $101,000+. Salary ranges at KIPP are set based upon the role level and function using benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector and allow for growth within the role.  Individual compensation within this range will be set  based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: relevant professional experience and qualifications; education, skills and training; and market conditions.  

In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP NJ offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, and a school laptop.

KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer