Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

SMEC is seeking a strong and diverse pool of applicants for the position of Speech Language Pathologist for the 2024-2025 school year. The CCC-SLP provides consultation and/or direct therapy services, completes initial and tri-annual evaluations, develops and oversees implementation of IEP goals and objectives and utilizes effective curriculum materials and behavior management strategies. This is a School Year Position (184 days) plus a 5 week part-time summer program. CCC preferred. School-based experience strongly preferred. Valid licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist from the MA Department of Education and Valid licensure by Board of Registration for Speech Language Pathology and Audiology required. Benefits Eligible (Health, Dental, Life Insurances, 457b/403b). This position qualifies for the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System (MTRS). Local travel between programs is required to support students at different school buildings. Please submit resume, cover letter, copy of professional licensure(s), transcripts and three current letters of reference via SchoolSpring. Essential Duties: -Able to develop and implement developmentally appropriate data driven, culturally responsive instruction and individualized goals and accommodations. -Able to administer formal and informal assessments and analyze results in order to create diverse and interesting lessons, goals, and activities. -Responsible for clinical supervision of all SLPAs including assisting with interpersonal issues should they arise, and contributing to annual evaluations. -Develops and maintains a culturally diverse, purposeful, respectful, and stimulating treatment environment that is organized and positive in nature and geared towards student interests. -Prepares for, attends, and fully participates in student and staff meetings. -Demonstrates ongoing professional growth and skills consistent with current research and practice in education through in-services, coursework, evaluations, and online courses. -Accurately completes documentation related to student incidents/injuries, physical intervention, and 51A reports and/or DPPC. -Maintains written documentation of all evaluations, speech treatment plans, progress notes, medicaid documentation, and communication with families and outside providers in accordance with agency guidelines and established timeframes in a professional manner. -Participates actively, cooperatively, and constructively as a member of a multidisciplinary team. -As requested or directed, provide training to staff in areas of expertise. -Complete all expected paperwork in a high quality manner within mandated/required timelines. -Shows respect and compassion for all members of the classroom and school environment including students, families, staff, and other community members. -Implements all aspects of the educational day, which may include activities of daily living (ADL’s) such as toileting, feeding, transferring, self-care, and assistance with mobility including lifting. -Makes recommendations for, trains staff on use of, justifies for medical necessity in a school based setting, and effectively utilizes any adaptive equipment and/or assistive technology for individual students. -Participates in all required Collaborative in-services as well as those recommended by supervisors. -Communicate all significant occurrences to the appropriate supervisor in a respectful and timely manner. -Maintains an open, honest, and respectful relationship with parents and others involved with the student’s success. -Maintains professional boundaries with parents and students. -Physical ability to perform physical restraints/escorts as needed. -Expected to read and adhere to all Employee Handbook policies. EOE