Speech/Language Pathologist

Speech/Language Pathologist Job ID: 5710005 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Job Description Position: Speech/Language Pathologist Position Type: Full Time Location: Early Childhood Development Center Reports to: Building Principal Salary: As per FEA Teacher Contract Benefits: Town benefits, including Health Insurance The Franklin Public Schools, a PreK‑12 district, is seeking a 1.0 Speech Pathologist to work at the Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC). The Speech Pathologist works as a member of the special education team providing direct and consultative services for children with communication and other disabilities. The Speech Pathologist collaborates with teachers, special educators, other school personnel, and parents to develop and implement individual or group programs, and support classroom activities. Services are provided within the general education classroom, on a pull‑out basis and/or within the specialized program. The student population is varied with disabilities including Autism, Developmental Delay, social‑emotional, etc. The successful candidate must have extensive knowledge and experience with AAC and assistive technologies, and demonstrated success with a range of interventions for a range of disabilities. Experience and training in social skills and pragmatic language development are a must. Must be willing to co‑treat and co‑teach. In addition to direct student services, the Speech Pathologist is responsible for the testing and evaluation of students initially referred or for three‑year reevaluations for caseload students. The candidate must have training and experience with the administration and interpretation of a wide range of assessments and evaluation tools. Qualifications Licensed by Massachusetts Department of Education as a Teacher of Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders Knowledge of technologies to enhance communication Successful public‑school experience as a Speech Pathologist Knowledge of research‑based practices and interventions to address communication Excellent oral and written communication skills required Must successfully pass Criminal Offender (CORI) background check and national fingerprinting screening (CHRI) Franklin Public Schools is committed to maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with state and federal law, including based on age, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related status, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexual harassment, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information and/or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr