School Speech Language Pathologist - New Bedford, MA

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a dynamic role supporting students’ communication growth in a vibrant educational environment. This full-time, in-person contract opportunity is tailored for a speech-language pathologist with strong leadership abilities and a passion for collaborative school-based work. If you thrive in settings that require adaptability and comprehensive supervision, you’ll find your expertise valued and your impact far-reaching.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active ASHA SLP certification with 2–3 years of post-certification experience
• Previous experience in a school setting and comfortable working with diverse communication needs
• SLP-CCC credential required
• Willingness and ability to supervise and mentor up to 3 SLPAs, guiding their professional growth with oversight of treatment, reporting, and documentation
• Thorough understanding of Special Education eligibility, including initial and re-evaluation processes
• Experience attending and contributing to IEP meetings

Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality speech and language services directly to students, tailoring interventions to a range of ages and needs
• Oversee up to 3 SLPAs, supporting their work across potentially 165 students in total; ensure consistency, accuracy, and professionalism in service delivery
• Supervise data collection, progress note preparation, and reporting for all assigned SLPAs, ensuring adherence to best practices
• Conduct evaluations related to Special Education eligibility (both initial assessments and re-evaluations)
• Attend and actively participate in IEP meetings, presenting thorough evaluations and making informed recommendations to support student success
• Write and update IEPs for assigned caseloads, maintaining compliance and documentation as caseloads fluctuate

This is an excellent chance to build your supervisory skills, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and influence the trajectory of student communication in a welcoming school environment. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow as a leader in school-based speech-language pathology, we encourage you to submit your application today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $37.13 to $67.13. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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