Evaluate students, develop and implement individualized therapy plans, provide direct services, and supervise a Speech Language Pathology Assistant following Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education regulations and ASHA guidelines.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive speech, language, communication and pragmatic evaluations using formal and informal assessment tools.
- Analyze assessment data to identify students’ strengths and areas of need.
- Participate in eligibility determinations and IEP development meetings.
- Provide detailed and timely evaluation reports and progress updates.
- Development and implement individualized speech-language therapy plans aligned with students’ IEP goals.
- Deliver direct and consultative services in individual, small group, and/or classroom-based settings.
- Monitor and document student progress toward IEP goals using data-driven practices.
- Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and families to support student academic and functional communication success.
- Provide clinical supervision and support to the SLPA including observation, training, and performance feedback in alignment with ASHA and state licensure requirements.
- Review and co-sign documentation completed by the SLPA.
- Ensure compliance with the appropriate scope of practice and ethical standards.
- Serve as a member of the Special Education team; attend and participate in team meetings and IEP development.
- Ensure services are delivered in accordance with federal and state special education laws and regulations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of services and communication logs.
- Participate in professional development and contribute to school-wide initiatives related to communication and learning.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education:
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution. Valid MA licensure as an SLP. ASHA certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a school setting preferred. Experience supervising SLPAs or graduate interns is a plus. Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural school environment.