Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Title: Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: Stamford, CT 06905

Join The Spire School, a NEASC-accredited and Connecticut State Approved Special Education Program. As an independent, therapeutic day school for Grades 8–12, we support intellectually capable students who face academic and emotional challenges. Our students benefit from a small, supportive learning environment that blends rigorous academics with a focus on health and wellness, helping those who experience anxiety, executive functioning challenges, or depression thrive and succeed.

Why Join Us?  

• Weekday Schedule – Work 9-14 hours/week, Monday through Friday, no weekends required. 
• Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events. 
• Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment. 

Your Role as a Part-Time Speech Therapist 

• Provide Classroom Support: Assist teachers in implementing therapy activities within the classroom setting. Offer strategies to support students’ speech and language development during lessons.
• Monitor & Track Student Progress: Regularly assess student performance and collect data on treatment effectiveness. Adjust therapy plans based on the ongoing progress of each student.
• Support Self-Help Skills: Encourage students to use communication skills in daily tasks. Provide guidance on developing independence in speech and language-related activities.
• Ensure a Safe Learning Environment: Implement behavior management strategies to create a calm and focused atmosphere. Address any disruptive behaviors promptly to maintain a positive learning space.
• Collaborate with Teachers & Families: Engage with teachers to align therapy goals with classroom instruction. Communicate regularly with families to update them on progress and involve them in the treatment process.

Required Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) through ASHA (preferred)
• Valid Connecticut state and school licensure or eligible for license to practice in the state of Connecticut (061 - Speech and Language Pathologist)
• Minimum 3 years experience within a school-setting, with special education student populations with language-based learning differences
• Familiar with the IEP process and the collection of progress monitoring data
• Create and maintain an orderly and aesthetic learning environment that accounts for students social, emotional, and executive functioning need
• Commitment to helping children of all abilities reach their full potential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, enthusiastic style to fit with our small-team environment

Preferred (Nice to Have) Qualifications: 

• Previous experience working in a school setting, ideally as an SLP.
• Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting students, especially those with special needs.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today! 

 At Spire School we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs! 

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