Speech & Language Specialist

Location to be Determined

Anticipated Start: ASAP, or in the 26-27 School Year

 
DESCRIPTION

Openings exist for full-time tenure track Speech & Language therapists at the elementary and secondary levels. 

POSITION SUMMARY 

Responsibilities include providing speech therapy services for students with disabilities from a wide range of educational settings, including, but not limited to, self-contained classes and the District Autism program.  Responsibilities also include completing speech and language evaluations and participating in IEP meetings. 

Selected candidates can start in the current school year or in the 2026-2027 school year.

COMPENSATION
In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTEA collective bargaining agreement, the salary range for this position is 10 Month, Step 1 BA/BS + 45/ MA ($65,777)  - Step 18 PhD/EdD ($97,380). Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education.  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree (or higher)
• Valid New Jersey Speech Language Specialist Certification
• Fluent in instructional technology 
• Commitment to required New Staff Orientation
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
• Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills   
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bilingual/Multilingual

BENEFITS:

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays 

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve.  This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite,  IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation.  The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.