High School Speech & Language Specialist – NJ

Young World Physical Education; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer High School in Trenton, New Jersey, seeks a Speech and Language Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires NJ SLP licensure, strong assessment and reporting skills, and collaboration with staff, students, and families.

Responsibilities include assessing speech needs, consulting with staff, and developing services to support positive learning outcomes. Applicants must meet residency/citizenship requirements and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Speech and Language Specialist license or credential.
• Experience assessing student speech needs and planning services.
• Ability to prepare written reports and communicate findings to staff, students and parents.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' speech needs and coordinate services.
• Consult with staff regarding student needs and service plans.
• Prepare and maintain written progress and evaluation reports.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Develop and implement services to promote positive learning outcomes.

Skills

Speech language assessment

Staff consultation

Written reporting

Student/parent communication

Confidentiality

Professional growth

SEMI logging

Education

New Jersey Speech & Language Specialist license

Tools

SEMI logging system

Job description

Mercer High School in Trenton, New Jersey, seeks a Speech and Language Specialist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role requires NJ SLP licensure, strong assessment and reporting skills, and collaboration with staff, students, and families.

Responsibilities include assessing speech needs, consulting with staff, and developing services to support positive learning outcomes. Applicants must meet residency/citizenship requirements and pass background checks.