[2025-2026] Speech and Language Therapist - Elementary School

Position Overview:Speech and Language Therapists (SALTs) work on a team of speech-language pathologists who will share responsibilities for supporting all KIPP NYC schools based on the needs of their respective students. The Speech and Language Therapist will provide preventative and remediation services for students who exhibit difficulties in the areas of language, speech, voice, and fluency. The SALT’s work will have a heavy emphasis on working with non-mandated students identified through screening as having a speech or language delay that impacts academics as part of a Response to Intervention model. Duties and Responsibilities:General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Provide speech-language therapy according to student needs to meet IEP mandates in individual, group, and push-in sessionsFlexible and creatively implement therapeutic services using evidence-based practicesAddress the needs of students beginning to struggle through a Response to an Intervention modelMinimum of 3 groups of Kindergarten RtI focusing on phonological awareness (4-6 students each)Provide RtI support to 1st-grade students through differentiation of material and small group interventionsIndividual or group sessions RtI support at Middle School (equivalent to 1/2 day of service per week)Individual/group sessions for articulation and fluency (any grade level)Conduct speech and language screenings of all kindergarten studentsOffer support to our students of all age ranges and from heterogeneous and various linguistic backgroundsParticipate in and lead professional development with general education teachers, learning specialists, administrators, and your fellow KIPP NYC speech-language therapistsCoach contracted speech-language pathologists in their work with students receiving IEP-mandated speech-language therapy. Collaborate with contracted therapists through weekly check-ins and quarterly observations/coaching. Provide consultation for fellow speech-language therapists on the KIPP NYC team and attend regional SALT meetingsProvide professional development or consultation services for classroom teachersWrite annual IEP reports: student’s present level of performance, goals, and recommendationsProvide speech and language interim and/or baseline assessmentsOpportunity to supervise graduate student interns Communicate student progress and carry-over techniques to parents and familiesParticipate in Child Study Teams Function as an integrated member of the KIPP school community Support with general school operations including: Arrival, lunch, recess, and late student support Update bulletin boards/student work monthly Maintain a clean and organized environment Attend/participate in report card nightsAttend/participate in all staff events