University Partnerships & CFY Program Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Purpose-Driven Team at AnthroMed Education

About Us
At AnthroMed Education, we are dedicated to supporting K-12 students by providing specialized in-person therapy services that truly make a difference in their lives. Our team of Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) supports students in school-based settings with a strong emphasis on mentorship, supervision, and professional growth during the Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and beyond. The University Partnerships & CF Hiring Manager will build and expand AnthroMed’s focus on building relationships with Clinical Fellowship SLPs and graduate students pursuing degrees in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders. Our mission is to create a positive and nurturing environment for the talented clinicians who make a lasting impact on children every day.

Why AnthroMed Education?
Working with AnthroMed is fast-paced, meaningful, and deeply rewarding. We were honored to be named to Inc. Magazine’s list of the Fastest Growing Companies in America in 2024 and 2025, and we continue to grow and evolve as we expand our services. Our team enjoys competitive compensation, excellent benefits (including 100% paid health insurance premiums), and working in an environment that prioritizes professional development and personal growth. We are committed to supporting our team members and ensuring they have the tools and resources to succeed while making a real difference in the lives of the kids we serve.

Title: University Partnerships & CFY Program Manager

Location: Chicago, IL

Travel: This role will have the opportunity to travel to university campuses, career fairs, and conferences (ISHA, CSHA, ASHA, etc. and build relationships with graduate programs, students, and SLPs across the country. (approximately 20–40% travel)

As our University Partnerships & CF Program Manager, your role will this leader will develop strategic partnerships with graduate programs in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), work collaboratively to expand our Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Program, and transform university engagement into one of AnthroMed’s most powerful long-term ability to support school districts and help more students.

University Partnerships – Speech-Language Pathology Focus

• Identify and establish relationships with graduate programs in Speech-Language Pathology across priority states
• Build strong relationships with:
  1. SLP program directors
  2. Clinical coordinators
  3. Faculty overseeing Clinical Fellowship Year placements
  4. Student-led Speech-Language Pathology organizations
• Represent AnthroMed at SLP career fairs, campus events, and national/state conferences
• Create hiring timelines aligned with Clinical Fellowship Year graduation cycles
• Position AnthroMed as a leading employer for school-based Speech-Language Pathologists
• Visualize and build innovative programs within the company that contribute towards our overall mission to support SLP graduate students and Clinical Fellowship Year SLPs.

Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) & Early Career SLP Hiring

• Own the end-to-end hiring funnel for Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Speech-Language Pathologists
• Engage first-year and second-year graduate students pursuing degrees in Speech-Language Pathology
• Increase offer acceptance rates among new graduate SLPs
• Build multi-year relationships with Speech-Language Pathology graduate programs
• Support structured onboarding and mentorship alignment for incoming CFY clinicians
• Partner with Clinical Leadership to ensure high-quality supervision experiences for new Speech-Language Pathologists

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is passionate about making a difference and committed to helping our team grow. You might be a great fit if you:

• 7-10+ years in the Speech-Language Pathology field, an interest or experience with campus partnerships, working with talent acquisition departments, and creatively problem solving to find ways to improve the day-to-day growth and development of early career SLPs and Clinical Fellows.
• Have a genuine passion for speech-language pathology and special education services, and excited about supporting clinicians in K-12 schools, and building a national Speech-Language Pathology university hiring program.
• Demonstrate an mindset with the ability to design, build, and launch new initiatives. This includes developing marketing materials, presentations, and outreach content that effectively communicate programs and opportunities to universities and graduate students.
• Possess emotional intelligence, optimism, and a sense of humor—qualities that help you connect with candidates and our team.
• Have a Master’s Degree (preferred) in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders, an ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA, and experience in K-12 education settings.
• Able to travel extensively to conference, conventions, events, career fairs, university events on campus across the country, as well as to hold local events for AnthroMed SLPs and Clinical Fellows in areas that require travel.
• Flexible with your time and can manage peak workloads during busy times, knowing that there will be room for more flexibility during other times.
• Above all, we’re looking for someone who is results-oriented and excited to contribute to a mission-driven culture that values excellence, resourcefulness, and support.

Compensation & Benefits

• The base salary for this position ranges from $63,750 to $86,250 per year, with the potential to earn additional annual incentive pay.
• This is a full-time position, under which the employee will be eligible for the full-time employee benefits offered by AnthroMed Education
• Benefits offered include:
  1. 100% Coverage of Employees individual Medical Insurance premium
  2. Unlimited PTO + 4 weeks of built in time off each year
  3. Dental Insurance (PPO or HMO) and Vision Insurance
  4. Flex Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and pre-tax parking & transit)
  5. 401(k) with 100% employer match up to first 3.00% employee contribution
  6. 100% Employer sponsored Short-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
  7. Unlimited PTO + 4 Weeks of Built in Time Off Each Year
  8. Optional supplemental coverages include:
     1. Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Accident Protection