Speech & Language Pathologist

Hatfield Public Schools • Billerica, MA

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About The Position

The speech and language pathologist is a member of the special education team, supports the education of students with communication impairments in the least restrictive environment and provides educationally and participation based services to students with disabilities who would not otherwise be able to access the educational environment of the school.

Requirements

• Candidates must be MA certified as an SLP through the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to professional, ethical and legal standards of practice.
• Evaluate students using appropriate tests, skilled professional observation and supplementary information from student records.
• Interpret assessment findings and appropriately convey information to parents and school teams.
• Analyze and interpret information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech language services.
• Write evaluation reports that adhere to Federal and state requirements.
• Participate with the school team to develop Individualized Education Programs (IEP).
• Coordinate speech-language services with student services provided by other school personnel.
• Develop and implement intervention strategies.
• Use evidence-based methods and techniques appropriate to stated objectives.
• Collect and document student progress through progress monitoring and observation data.
• Adjust intervention strategies based on student performance.
• Report on student achievement, write progress reports.
• Participate on an as needed basis on the school MTSS team.
• Communicate and consult with school staff, parents, and administration.
• Collaborate/consult with classroom teachers and other special education staff in the management of speech-language impairments.
• Serve as a resource to parents, school team, staff and administration on conditions and their effects on education.
• Assess need and recommend assistive technology necessary for function at school.
• Procure, maintain and inventory equipment, materials and supplies.
• Adhere to all Federal, state and district regulations and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree