Job Details

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Columbus, OH 43235
Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday to Friday)
Salary: Based on education and experience

Join New Story Schools (NSS), a leading special education provider dedicated to making a lasting impact on students' lives. We serve children and young adults ages 5-22 in grades K-12 across multiple locations in Pennsylvania and Ohio, partnering with families and school districts to create a safe and empowering space for growth and development. Our schools offer small class sizes, individualized learning plans, and a supportive environment where students are empowered to succeed academically and socially.

Why Join Us?

• Salary- Based on education and experience.
• Weekday Schedule - Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required.
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off - Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
• Comprehensive Benefits - Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA).
• Financial Perks - Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance.
• Professional Development - Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles.
• Supportive Team - Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events.
• Make an Impact - Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment

Your Role as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

• Conduct assessments and interpreting data to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families to implement effective speech-language therapy activities tailored to each student's needs.
• Monitor and adjust treatment plans, ensuring clear communication among all team members.
• Develop IEP goals and administering tests to support ongoing progress.
• Provide insightful reports and recommendations for student needs.
• Utilize behavior management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.

Required Qualifications:

• A master's degree from an accredited academic program.
• Active ASHA certification for speech-language pathologists (CCC-SLP) and/or audiologists (CCC-A).
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with child, parent/guardian, multidisciplinary team members, and other personnel involved in child's educational/behavioral program.
• Must have knowledge of child development and common behavioral disorders exhibited by children and adolescents.
• Demonstrated understanding of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) development and implementation.
• Understanding and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and needs of students and families.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with best practices in counseling and education.

Preferred (Nice to Have) Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a school setting, ideally as an SLP.
• Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting students, especially those with special needs.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!

At New Story Schools, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!