Speech and Language Pathologist

Whitman-Hanson Regional School District • Whitman, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) will provide high-quality services, assessments, and consultation across the district in collaboration with building-based and district staff. This role is crucial for implementing all aspects of Child Find, including referring, screening, evaluating, diagnosing, and recommending intervention strategies for referred students. The SLP will also be responsible for completing all assessments and progress reports within IDEA timelines, maintaining written records of service delivery, and consulting with administration, staff, and families regarding interventions and strategies for identified students. Participation in IEP/504 eligibility meetings and supervision of SLPAs are also key components of this position.

Requirements

• Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Building Principal / Director of Special Education
• DESE Educator's Licensure in Subject Area is Required
• SEI Endorsement is required for ALL classroom and subject area teachers PK-12 and special education.
• Valid License to Practice as a Registered Speech and Language Pathologist in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a school setting (min. 1-3 years)
• Experience working with all disability areas
• Experience in developing sensory diets and evaluating sensory needs.
• Bi-Lingual

Responsibilities

• Implements all aspects of Child Find: referring, screening, evaluating, diagnosing and recommending intervention strategies for referred students.
• Completes all assessments, including written reports within timelines mandated by IDEA.
• Completes all progress reports within timelines mandated by IDEA
• Maintains written records of service delivery for all students
• Consult with administration, staff, and families regarding interventions and strategies for identified students.
• Participates and reports evaluation results to IEP/504 eligibility meetings.
• Observe students in their learning environments, as requested
• Provides direct clinical services to students in a variety of settings, as required
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current with evaluation instruments and tools.
• Medicaid session reporting
• Supervise SLPA’s who service schools on their caseload.
• Consult with other medical/clinical professionals, as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level