Speech Therapist (26-27 School Year)

New Paradigm for Education • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

As a Speech Therapist at NPFE, you will play a critical role in supporting students with communication disorders by assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. You will work closely with teachers, school leaders, families, and other support staff to develop and implement effective therapy plans that ensure students can fully access their educational experience. This position serves as a key part of our Special Education team and helps ensure that all NPFE students receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders
• Valid Michigan Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) License
• Knowledge of IDEA and Michigan special education regulations
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
• Commitment to NPFE’s mission, vision, and core values

Nice To Haves

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a school or pediatric setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations for students
• Develop and implement individualized education program (IEP) goals based on evaluation results
• Provide direct therapy services to students with speech and language disorders
• Collaborate with teachers and other school personnel to support students’ communication needs in the classroom
• Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and parent conferences
• Maintain accurate records of therapy sessions, progress reports, and documentation as required by law and school policy
• Provide consultation and training to staff and families on communication strategies
• Stay current with best practices and continuing education in speech-language pathology
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding special education services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees