Speech and Language Pathologist -SMS

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist

Date Posted:

5/23/2025

Location:

Swift Middle School

Date Available:

08/25/2025

Closing Date:

06/13/2025

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Speech and Language Pathologist

Position Title: Speech and Language Pathologist

Location: Swift Middle School

Position Reports To: Interim Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services, Interim

Director of Curriculum and Instruction for General and Special Education

and Building Administrator

Job ID: #2305

Internal Close Date: May 30, 2025

External Close Date: June 13, 2025

Anticipated Start Date: Upon Completion of Onboarding; Contractual year begins July 1; First day

of school year is August 25, 2025

Position Overview

• The School Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and providing therapeutic services to students with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. The SLP works collaboratively with educators, families, and other professionals to support students' communication needs and promote academic success in accordance with Connecticut state and federal regulations.

Required Certifications & Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.

• Connecticut State Department of Education certification as a Speech and Language Pathologist (endorsement 061).

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred.

• Experience working with school-aged children in an educational setting.

• Knowledge of special education laws and procedures.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Assessment & Evaluation

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and communication assessments for referred students.

• Interpret assessment results and provide written reports in compliance with state and district guidelines.

• Participate in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.

Intervention & Therapy

• Design and implement evidence-based therapy plans tailored to students' individual needs.

• Provide direct and consultative speech and language services in individual, small group, or classroom settings.

• Monitor and document student progress, adjusting interventions as necessary.

• Implements assistive technology plans

Collaboration & Consultation

• Collaborate with teachers, special educators, counselors, administrators, and families to integrate speech and language goals into the classroom environment.

• Provide training and resources to staff and families regarding speech and language development and strategies.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and timely records of evaluations, therapy sessions, and progress reports.

• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and Connecticut State Department of Education regulations.

• Attend and contribute to Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings and other relevant school meetings.

• Provides consultation on the use of assistive technology to staff and parents

Professional Development

• Stay current with best practices, research, and state/federal regulations related to speech and language pathology.

• Participate in professional development opportunities and maintain appropriate licensure and certification.

Terms of Employment

Refer to the collective bargaining unit agreement between the Watertown Educators Association and the Watertown Board of Education

Additional Duties

Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Interim Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services, Interim Director of Curriculum and Instruction for General and Special Education

and Building Administrator

All application materials must be submitted online, through Applitrack; should you have any difficulty in submitting your online application please contact ....

• District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.

Attachment(s):

• #2305 Speech and Language Pathologist -SMS.pdf