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 K-8 students. In this role, you will work directly with students-many of whom are Autistic or have identified speech and language challenges-by providing individualized and group therapy services. You'll 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 K-8.
- 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
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
- Master's 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 Winner's Social Thinking® curriculum
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Bilingual proficiency (strongly preferred)
Salary Range: $78,000-$115,000
