What are the responsibilities and job description for the SLP/Speech Language Pathologist position at Spectrum Support Services?
🗣️ Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
📍 Location:
🗓️ Schedule:
🏫 Setting: School Based
💵 Salary Range: based on experience and qualifications
About the Role:
We’re seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team in a supportive school-based setting. You’ll work with students from Pre-K through 8th grade, helping them reach their full potential through targeted speech and language services.
This is a full-time position, running from September 1st through June 24th, with opportunities for collaboration and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Speech and Language Services
- Evaluate students’ speech, language, and communication skills using standardized assessments and informal measures.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results.
- Provide direct and consultative speech-language therapy services aligned with IEP goals, 5 days per week.
- Collaborate with educators and related service providers to support student success in the classroom.
- Conduct evaluations and screenings for referred students as needed.
Special Education Case Management (as assigned)
- Serve as case manager for students with IEPs.
- Coordinate and facilitate IEP meetings, ensuring family and team input.
- Monitor and update IEP goals, accommodations, and services based on student progress.
- Ensure full compliance with state, federal, and district special education requirements.
Collaboration & Consultation
- Offer guidance and resources to teachers and families to enhance student communication outcomes.
- Actively participate in Child Study Team meetings and professional development opportunities.
- Maintain consistent communication with families, including quarterly progress updates.
Compliance & Reporting
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including therapy logs and service records.
- Submit all required reports and data in accordance with district, state, and federal guidelines.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution
- Valid New Jersey Speech-Language Specialist Certification and/or SLP license (or eligibility)
- Understanding of federal and state regulations related to special education and speech services
- Experience in a school-based setting strongly preferred
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) candidates strongly encouraged to apply
- Familiarity with differentiated instruction and intervention strategies