School Speech Language Pathologist ( 3,500 sign on bonus)

Immediate hire with a $3500 sign-on bonus

Mission

Our mission is to provide the children of NCS with new educational opportunities through a rigorous comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual social and emotional development of each child. Our students who will include autistic scholars and students with IEPs will become independent learners and critical thinkers will acquire the academic skills that they need to succeed in college preparatory high schools and will exhibit the social and emotional skills that will allow them to reach their full potential.

Overview

NCS is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our multidisciplinary team dedicated to supporting the communication and social-emotional needs of K8 this role you will work directly with studentsmany of whom are Autistic or have identified speech and language challengesby providing individualized and group therapy services. Youll play a key part in fostering communication growth self-advocacy and social interaction skills that empower students to thrive academically and socially. With access to rich professional development a collaborative team and a mission-driven school culture this position offers both purpose and professional growth.

What We Offer

• Supportive SLP Team: Join a team of 4 in-house SLPs for regular collaboration and shared expertise.
• Expert Supervision: Direct mentorship from a licensed experienced SLP team manager.
• Professional Development: Monthly consultation with a Social Thinking collaborative trainer and access to targeted workshops.
• Generous CEU Allowance: $250 annually for continuing education.
• Opportunities to Lead: Mentor graduate students help shape programming and work cross-functionally with educators and specialists.

Responsibilities

Therapeutic Services

• Deliver individualized and small-group speech and language therapy to students with IEPs across K8.
• Address a broad range of communication areas including:
  • Receptive and expressive language
  • Articulation and phonological processing
  • Fluency and voice
  • Social-pragmatic language and conversational skills
• Design and implement Social Club programming for Autistic students using Social Thinking methodologies.

Assessment and Documentation

• Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations screenings and assessments to identify communication disorders.
• Develop write and update IEP goals and present levels of performance in collaboration with the IEP team.
• Maintain clear accurate and confidential records including session notes progress reports and compliance documentation.
• Ensure therapy and documentation adhere to IDEA regulations and school policies.

Collaboration and Consultation

• Provide support to general education and special education staff with classroom strategies and interventions for at-risk or struggling students.
• Participate actively in student support meetings IEP meetings and family consultations.
• Work closely with school leaders teachers and other specialists to ensure holistic support for students.

Professional Development & Growth

• Attend and contribute to weekly team meetings and regular supervision with an experienced SLP team manager.
• Participate in ongoing school-wide professional development sessions.
• Engage with outside experts and Social Thinking consultants through monthly supervision and collaboration.
• Take advantage of $250 CEU reimbursement and opportunities to supervise graduate-level SLP students.
  

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders
• Valid state license or eligibility for licensure as an SLP
• Clinical Fellows (CFs) encouraged to apply high-quality supervision provided

• Experience supporting school-aged students with disabilities especially Autistic learners
• Familiarity with Michelle Garcia Winners Social Thinking curriculum
• Strong interpersonal organizational and communication skills
• Bilingual proficiency (strongly preferred)

Salary Range: $78000-$115000