Speech Pathologist (25/26 School Year)

Teaching at Brooklyn Lab is unlike teaching in a traditional environment. Our teachers know the individual strengths and areas for growth of each of their scholars. By design, our schools are small communities where every scholar is seen, known, and heard.

Our faculty understands the value of collaboration. They share best practices across the teams and content, engage in weekly professional development, get individualized feedback from passionate coaches, and work as a team to provide their scholars with a high-quality education.

We invite you to be part of a transformation in education and to inspire a diverse group of scholars with a lifelong love of learning. We are an unapologetically college-preparation program, and we know that exceptional results require exceptional preparation. We have an extended school year and school day, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, to ensure our scholars grow at exceptional levels.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Assessment of Communication Disorders

• Conduct screenings and assessments to identify students with speech, language, voice, fluency, and communication challenges.
• Use standardized tests and other evaluation tools to assess the severity of communication disorders.

1. Development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to create and implement IEPs for students with communication needs.
• Set specific, measurable goals to improve students' communication skills, aligned with their academic needs.

1. Direct Therapy Services

• Provide one-on-one or small group therapy sessions to address speech and language disorders such as articulation, phonology, fluency (stuttering), and receptive/expressive language disorders.
• Use various therapeutic techniques, including exercises, modeling, and visual aids to help students improve their communication abilities.

1. Collaboration with School Staff

• Work closely with teachers, special education staff, and the Director of Special Services to integrate communication goals into classroom activities.
• Provide training to teachers on how to support students with communication disorders in the classroom setting.

1. Progress Monitoring and Documentation

• Regularly assess student progress towards IEP goals and adjust therapy approaches as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, therapy sessions, and progress reports.

1. Support for Students with Disabilities

• Work with students who have developmental or cognitive disabilities to improve communication and social interaction skills.
• Teach alternative communication methods, such as augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), for non-verbal students.

1. Parent and Family Involvement

• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding their child's progress and provide guidance for supporting communication skills at home.
• Participate in IEP meetings and parent-teacher conferences to ensure clear communication about therapy objectives and student progress.

1. Advocacy and Compliance

• Ensure that all services provided are in compliance with federal and state laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
• Advocate for students' communication needs in school and ensure they receive the appropriate support and accommodations.

1. Multicultural and Bilingual Support

• Adapt assessments and therapy plans for students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds to meet their specific communication needs.

School & Family Engagement Support

• Attend scholar- and family-facing events where needed to support the visibility of student services and ensure event logistics are properly executed.
• Maintain professional, warm, and timely communication with families and school teams.

Additional Support

• Take on special projects and operational tasks in support of the Scholar Services Team as assigned by the Director.
• Maintain confidentiality, compliance awareness, and professionalism in all aspects of the work.

Minimum Requirements for Speech Pathologist

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Knowledge of IEP development and IDEA compliance
• Experience with a range of communication disorders in school-aged children
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Familiarity with AAC tools and culturally responsive practices