K-12: Speech Language Pathologist - Greater Boston (2025-2026)

KIPP MA is looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist demonstrating commitment to working with students from diverse and multicultural backgrounds.  The Speech and Language Pathologist will work with students who exhibit difficulties in the areas of language, speech, voice and fluency.  By providing assessment, consultation and direct services, the Speech Pathologist will work to help students meet their educational goals.  KEY RESPONSIBILITIESScreening, Testing, Diagnosing and ConsultingServe as a member of individual schools’ Health & Wellness team; attend H&W team meetings as part of the Response to Intervention (RTI) process upon request.Develop research-supported Speech interventions for classroom implementation.Keep organized the current data collection for students in RTI and Special Education.Conduct initial evaluations and reevaluations and administer necessary and requested assessmentsWrite reports using a reader friendly index and explain to parents and students evaluation findings in clear, understandable language with cultural sensitivityAbide by a 45 day turn-around time from date of receipt of referral packetConduct TherapyProvide group and individual sessions as indicated by the Individual Education Plan (IEP)Write annual IEP goals/objectives in language that empowers students to transfer intervention strategies to classroom and academic performanceParticipate in annual IEP meetings, as neededWrite progress reports toward achieving goals and objectives on IEPs to be sent home with report cards every 9 weeksCollaborate with Teachers, Parents, and Other ProvidersProvide consultation on services in inclusive settings in order to support student generalization of speech and language skillsThis may include staff education on speech/language needs, clinical classroom observation, informal classroom push-in and probes Maintain positive, supportive relationships with familiesConstant LearningRemain knowledgeable of current trends, federal and state regulations in the field of speech-language pathology and special education to ensure competencyKeep certifications and licensure currentRegional ResponsibilitiesEmbody KIPP MA’s Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productivelyParticipate and engage in regional professional development and community events as requiredKIPP MA staff are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in the teaching role. Our leaders maintain consistent school-wide systems and procedures - academic, behavioral, cultural, logistical - designed to permit teachers to do their best work. In addition to the responsibilities listed above, there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that staff will engage in to help promote a positive and safe learning environment and culture.