ES Speech and Pathologist (SLP)

Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)Location: Elementary SchoolReports To: Building Principal in Partnership with the Special Education DepartmentSubordinates: NonePosition Type: Full-Time, ExemptSalary: Based On ExperienceJob Description:We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team and provide high-quality speech and language therapy services to students in the [school district or school name]. The SLP will assess, diagnose, and treat students with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. This role will involve working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other school professionals to develop and implement individualized therapy plans aimed at improving students' communication skills and overall educational experience.This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible and adaptable in meeting the evolving needs of the District.Key Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in students.Develop and implement individualized treatment plans (IEPs) to address student needs, in collaboration with the educational team.Provide direct therapy services to students, focusing on speech articulation, language comprehension, expressive language, fluency, and voice disorders.Work with teachers to support students in the classroom, providing strategies and recommendations to promote communication development.Monitor and document student progress, making necessary adjustments to therapy plans as needed.Communicate with parents, caregivers, and school staff to update them on student progress and suggest ways to reinforce speech and language skills at home and in the classroom.Provide training and resources to school staff on strategies to support students with speech and language needs.Stay up-to-date on the latest research, techniques, and best practices in speech and language pathology.Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate and effective services are provided.Qualifications:Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited institution.Massachusetts State Licensure as a Speech and Language Pathologist.Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred.Experience working with children in an educational or clinical setting is preferred.Strong knowledge of speech and language disorders, as well as evidence-based therapeutic techniques.Ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and other school personnel.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Patience, empathy, and a commitment to helping students reach their full potential.Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of students.Additional Requirements:Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts state regulations.Ability to work in compliance with federal, state, and district policies and regulations.Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the district.Important Note:Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.Compensation and Benefits:Full-Time Exempt Salary Position with salary compensation based on candidate experience. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): Not EligibleMedical/Dental/VisionLife Insurance 403(b) & ROTH403(b) with MatchStipend for Professional/Personal DevelopmentDash Pass (DoorDash)YMCA DiscountsComprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)Sick Time with Sick BankPersonal DaysHealth Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.About Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School:Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School (AKFCS) provides an education to 1426 students in grades kindergarten through twelve, comprising an Elementary, Middle and High School. AKFCS values flexible educators who possess an optimistic, growth-oriented mindset regarding learning, for themselves, staff, and students. The District seeks to reflect the increasingly diverse world in which we live. We strive to provide our students with an exceptional education in a caring community of students, families, faculty, and staff that represents a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Our goal is to ensure opportunities for all students regardless of gender, race, religion, color, ethnicity, sexual preference, gender identity, or economic background. In support of our objective, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School will:Continue to give special importance to the inclusion within our student body, our faculty, and our staff of persons from all groups within our society, including those who have experienced prejudice and disadvantage.Provide all members of the district with a range of appropriate opportunities to develop skills for living in a diverse community and integrate diversity initiatives throughout the AKFCS experience.Support the philosophy of our International Baccalaureate Program, which is aimed at developing inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.Empower all members of our community to share and celebrate their differences as well as their common experiences to foster a culturally responsive education. Support the mission of Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.