Speech Language Pathologist

Educational Services Commission of New Jersey; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 61,953 - 87,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

Prescription Benefits

Dental Benefits

Pension system enrollment

Sick Days

Personal Days

Bereavement Days

Job summary

The Educational Services Commission of New Jersey is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for a ten-month position to join Future Foundations Academy. In this role, you will assess student needs and provide essential services to enhance their communication skills.

Qualified candidates will have certification from the NJ State Department of Education and knowledge of intervention strategies for children with disabilities. Full-time staff enjoy medical, prescription, and dental benefits, along with paid sick and personal days.

Qualifications

• Certification from the NJ State Department of Education is required.
• Knowledge of appropriate intervention strategies for children with disabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify needs of students and develop action plans based on evaluations.
• Deliver services to improve students' skills and functional abilities.
• Advise school personnel regarding resources and assist parents with securing services.

Skills

Speech & Language Pathologist certification from NJ State Department of Education

Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities

Excellent oral and communication skills

Job description

Future Foundations Academy - Public school for students ages 8 to 21 with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Future Foundations Academy
1690 Stelton Road
Piscataway, NJ 08854

Position

Speech Language Pathologist – Ten (10) Month Position

Start Date

September 1, 2026 – Pending Criminal History Clearance

Qualifications

• Speech & Language Pathologist certification from the NJ State Department of Education.
• Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate intervention strategies.
• Excellent oral and communication skills.
• Demonstrated attitude for successful completion of tasks assigned.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications the Commission may find appropriate

Scope

The Speech and Language Pathologist reports to the Principal or other appropriate certified administrator, as designated by the Superintendent. The Speech and Language Pathologist is part of an interdisciplinary team responsible for coordination and development of services for students with disabilities, as well as delivery of related services and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Identifies needs of students; develops action plans based on identified needs; evaluates ongoing programs/plans; implements ongoing programs, activities and revises activities as needed; advises school personnel regarding available resources.
• Presents information about the services offered to students, school personnel, parents; assists parents and students with individual needs to secure available services; creates a positive climate during consultation; serves on multidisciplinary teams.

• Delivers services to students to improve skills/functional abilities; demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships with students, parents and educational staff; assists teachers and students in implementing plans/strategies; involves students in setting objectives; uses a systematic process to assess needs plan intervention and evaluate outcomes.

Benefits

Full‑time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, and Dental Benefits. Pension system enrollment varies by position and certification. Sick, Personal and Bereavement Days are included.

Salary

Following the established MCESA Salary Guide ranging from Step #1 MA $61,953 to Step #20 MA+30 $87,653

Equal Employment Opportunity

ESCNJ is an EOE/AA Employer.