Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR

Speech/Language Pathologist

Beginning 2026 – 2027 School Year

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CLOSING DATE: Open Until filled

UPDATED: 05/06/2026

POSTED: 05/06/2026

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth, and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools. There is also much to do in West Hartford. There is a wide array of parks and recreation. There are pools and hiking trails. There are historic sites to visit as well. If shopping is on the list, then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position: Speech/Language Pathologist

Department: PACES/CORE

Supervisor: Assistant Executive Director

Description: Full time – 10 Months Benefits Eligible

Position Follows the School Calendar

Union Status: Collective Bargaining Unit (Union)

SCOPE OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Assistant Executive Director or Designee, the SLP provides direct speech and language services and aural habilitation services to deaf and hard of hearing students.

• Administers diagnostic evaluations to students seen individually, prepares reports as requested and as per PPT Triennials.
• Drafts individualized education programs in speech, language and hearing therapy for children with communicative disorders to include aural habilitation.
• Gives special instruction to deaf and hard of hearing children, as per IEP, to include cochlear implanted children.
• Confers with professional colleagues and parents concerning the educational programs and the overall communication needs of children.
• Recommends strategies to be used in developing and correcting speech and language, auditory training, and works with teachers and other staff.
• Maintains records, prepares reports, and participates in training.
• Writes (and assists in the development of) Individual Education Plans for deaf and hard of hearing students.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must possess a minimum of a master’s degree in Speech and Language area from a recognized college or university with major course work in speech pathology, communication sciences, or deaf education.
• Applicants must have a working knowledge of Communication therapy methods and techniques utilized in serving deaf children.
• ASL proficiency or willingness to learn.
• State of CT Public Health License in Speech and Language Pathology.
• CT State Department of Education Certificate in Speech and Language Pathology.
• Preference to Professionals with Certificate of Clinical Competence.

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

• Group health insurance and other fringe benefits are available.
• $1000 sign on bonus after one year of service for newly hired employees, not applicable for re-hires.

ASD is ALL ways able. If you require an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the Human Resources Department.

The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).

All applicants will be screened, and the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to interview.