Speech and Language Pathologist Teacher- Itinerant

Lynn Public Schools • Lynn, MA

15d

About The Position

Speech Language Pathologist CFYs Are Welcome Grade Level: All grade levels About Lynn Public Schools Lynn is a vibrant, seaside urban community located just north of Boston. The city is known for its contemporary public art, historic architecture, thriving downtown cultural district, and abundant public parks, including the scenic Lynn Shore Reservation and the expansive Lynn Woods Reservation. Reflecting the city’s international character, Lynn Public Schools is a linguistically and culturally rich community, with 60% of our students speaking two or more languages. Lynn Public Schools proudly serves approximately 17,000 students across 29 school sites within a diverse and dynamic educational landscape. Our district includes: 1 Early Childhood Center 17 Elementary Schools 1 Public Separate Day School 3 Middle Schools 2 Comprehensive High Schools 1 Vocational High School 1 Early College High School 1 STEAM Academy (Grades 6-12) 1 Alternative Education Academy (Grades 9-12) 1 TOGETHER Educating and Advancing Multi-Disabled Students Academy (PreK-12) The Lynn Public School's Vision and Core Values Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, we commit to fulfilling the intellectual, physical, and social-emotional potential of all our students. We work together so our students learn to thrive, advance, and impact the greater community and the world. LPS is committed to our Core Values: Inclusiveness Shared Responsibility Collaborative Relationships High Expectations Inspiring Life-Long Learning Lynn Public Schools is dedicated to the goal of strengthening an environment and school culture that honors and celebrates diversity and responds effectively to the social-emotional experiences of every student and family. JOB DETAILS Speech Language Pathologists work extensively with students to improve communication in the areas of articulation, expressive and receptive language, fluency, and augmentative communication skills. Speech Language Pathologists evaluate and diagnose students, develop treatment goals and objectives and work closely with teachers to improve communication skills so that students can access the curriculum. Speech Language Pathologists must possess knowledge of childhood speech and language development and communication disorders. Speech Language Pathologists are aware of current trends, research and best practices related to speech and language therapy.

Requirements

• Hold a valid license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in Speech and Hearing Disabilities (all levels)
• Hold a valid license (or eligible) from the Massachusetts Board of Allied Health
• Certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (Clinical Fellows considered)
• Master’s degree
• Knowledge of childhood speech and language development and communication disorders.
• Aware of current trends, research and best practices related to speech and language therapy.
• An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC) and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

• School and Urban experience preferred
• Spanish helpful
• Clinical Fellows considered

Responsibilities

• Speech Language Pathologists evaluate, diagnose, provide written reports, and determine student eligibility for communication services.
• Plan and implement standards-based Individualized Educational Plans, and 504 treatment plans.
• Monitor student progress and complete progress reports in accordance with requirements.
• Present evaluation/assessment results at Team Meetings and develop goals and objectives for treatment plans.
• Provide small group or individual speech and language therapy services for identified students
• Communicate orally and in writing with students, parents, and others, as needed.
• Work collaboratively with and provide consultation to teachers, to assist student’s speech and language needs.
• Complete Medicaid logging monthly.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and needs.
• Model effective speech and language therapy strategies and techniques.
• Attend monthly Speech and Language Therapy Department meetings.
• Use time effectively.
• Communicates high standards and expectations for all students.
• Performing duties as requested by the Special Education Administrator.

Benefits

• The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision.
• Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees