Speech-Language Paraprofessional

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 59 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 34,000 students across Austin, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Houston, and San Antonio. Together with families and communities, our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose —college, career, and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more fair world.

Founded in Houston in 1994 and operating as KIPP Texas since 2018, we are looking to hire a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with an unyielding belief that every child will succeed. KIPP Texas is a team and family with an unwavering commitment to creating classrooms, offices, and communities rooted in belongingness, academic success and joy.

KIPP Texas is part of the national KIPP network of 255 college-preparatory public charter schools in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Nationwide, KIPP students complete four-year college at a rate of 36 percent, comparable to the national average for all students.

Job Description

Position Title: Communication Paraprofessional
Department: Special Education
Reports To: Speech-Language Pathologist
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview: The Communication Paraprofessional will support speech and language therapy services utilizing the Amplio Speech digital platform under the supervision of licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs). They will manage daily operations of student therapy sessions, ensuring efficient, effective, and compliant service delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct support to students in accessing and completing individualized speech therapy sessions via Amplio Speech on Chromebooks.

• Manage and maintain therapy schedules for assigned student caseload.

• Prepare therapy session materials, devices, and classroom settings.

• Assist in pulling reports from the Amplio Speech platform.

• Ensure equipment (Chromebooks, headsets, internet connectivity) is functional and ready for daily use.

• Support students receiving compensatory services by coordinating additional therapy session times as directed.

• Maintain confidentiality of student records and personal information at all times.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication Disorders, or related field preferred.

• Experience working with children in educational or therapeutic settings.

• Familiarity with educational technology platforms; comfort in using Chromebooks and digital learning tools.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to move around the campus frequently.

• Occasional lifting of materials and technology equipment (up to 25 lbs).

Professional Development:

• Participate in required training and professional development sessions to effectively utilize the Amplio Speech platform and deliver high-quality student support.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communication Disorders, or related field preferred.

• Experience working with children in educational or therapeutic settings.

• Familiarity with educational technology platforms; comfort in using Chromebooks and digital learning tools.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move around the campus frequently.

• Occasional lifting of materials and technology equipment (up to 25 lbs).

Professional Development

• Participate in required training and professional development sessions to effectively utilize the Amplio Speech platform and deliver high-quality student support.

Additional Information

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is based on years of experience, degree of education, and level of expertise.

As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas’ benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates, including medical, dental, and vision options, life insurance, fertility, and disability plans starting as low as $25/month.

KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.