Speech Language Pathologist

Position Type: Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist Date Posted: 7/11/2025 Location: Elementary School Date Available: School Year 2025-2026 Closing Date: 7/24/2025 or Until Filled VACANCY NOTICE NEW FAIRFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION POSITION: Speech Language Pathologist SCHOOL: Elementary School OVERVIEW: The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct individual and group therapy to students with speech and language needs as outlined in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), conducts screenings and comprehensive evaluations, and contributes to Section 504 and Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings, and collaborates with educators and related service providers to develop effective interventions. In addition to direct service, the SLP offers consultation to classroom and special education teachers to support student success across educational settings. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Effectively manage a diverse caselaod, delivering speech and language services aligned with each studemt's Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Conduct screenings and comprehensive evaluations to identify students with speech and language difficulties and determine eligibility for services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and review IEPs and targeted intervention plans that support student success. Maintain accurate documentation, including progress notes and reports, while ensuring clear communication with teachers, families, related service providers, and support staff. QUALIFICATIONS: 061(Speech/Language Pathologist) CT Certification Valid CT Department of Public Health SLP License SALARY: As per NFEA contract PLEASE SUBMIT : Online Application ( www.newfairfieldschools.org ) Letter of Intent Transcripts Certification Letters of Reference (2) The New Fairfield Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting, appointing, assigning, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on the basis of merit and qualification, without regard for race, color, religion, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital status, Veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or genetic information or any other applicable lawful discriminatory standards except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. (Title VI & VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI & VIII of the Public Health Services Act, Title II of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as other relevant federal and state laws.) Date Posted: July 11, 2025 Posting Closing Date: July 24, 2025 or Until Filled (the later of)