Speech and Language Pathologist at Saco School Department in Saco, ME

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist � Districtwide Saco School Department Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Director of Special Services and in collaboration with building administrators, the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides comprehensive speech and language services to students throughout the Saco School Department. This districtwide position supports students across a variety of grade levels, educational settings, and programs based on student needs and district assignments. The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating, identifying, and addressing communication needs that affect students' educational performance, functional communication, social interaction, and access to the general education curriculum. The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to provide effective services to students with a broad range of communication needs, including speech sound disorders, receptive and expressive language disorders, fluency, voice, social communication, and complex communication needs. The Speech-Language Pathologist works collaboratively with educators, families, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized, evidence-based interventions that promote student progress, independence, and meaningful participation in the educational environment. Qualifications Required Qualifications Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited institution. Current State of Maine licensure and applicable Maine Department of Education certification or authorization required to serve as a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist. Knowledge of speech and language development, assessment, intervention, and the educational impact of communication disorders. Understanding of applicable federal and state special education laws and regulations, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Maine Unified Special Education Regulation (MUSER). Ability to work effectively with students across multiple grade levels, educational settings, and a wide range of communication needs. Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and collaborative problem-solving skills. Ability to maintain accurate documentation, manage a service schedule, and meet established timelines. Preferred Qualifications Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Previous experience providing speech-language services in a public school or other educational setting. Experience working with students with diverse learning, developmental, behavioral, and communication needs. Knowledge and experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), assistive technology, and functional communication systems. Experience collaborating with special education teams and implementing services within inclusive educational environments. Familiarity with educationally relevant assessment practices, progress monitoring, and data-driven decision-making. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assessment and Evaluation Conduct comprehensive speech and language screenings, initial evaluations, and reevaluations using appropriate standardized assessments, informal measures, observations, interviews, and curriculum-based data. Assess speech sound production, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, social communication, and other areas of communication as appropriate to student needs. Evaluate the educational impact of identified communication needs, including their influence on academic performance, functional communication, social participation, and access to instruction. Prepare comprehensive evaluation reports that clearly identify student strengths, areas of need, assessment findings, and recommendations for educational programming. Present and explain evaluat