Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Elementary School
Reports To: Building Principal in Partnership with the Special Education Department
Subordinates: None
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: Based On Experience
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team and provide high-quality speech and language therapy services to students in the [school district or school name]. The SLP will assess, diagnose, and treat students with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. This role will involve working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other school professionals to develop and implement individualized therapy plans aimed at improving students' communication skills and overall educational experience.
This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible and adaptable in meeting the evolving needs of the District.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in students.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans (IEPs) to address student needs, in collaboration with the educational team.
Provide direct therapy services to students, focusing on speech articulation, language comprehension, expressive language, fluency, and voice disorders.
Work with teachers to support students in the classroom, providing strategies and recommendations to promote communication development.
Monitor and document student progress, making necessary adjustments to therapy plans as needed.
Communicate with parents, caregivers, and school staff to update them on student progress and suggest ways to reinforce speech and language skills at home and in the classroom.
Provide training and resources to school staff on strategies to support students with speech and language needs.
Stay up-to-date on the latest research, techniques, and best practices in speech and language pathology.
Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate and effective services are provided.
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
Massachusetts State Licensure as a Speech and Language Pathologist.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred.
Experience working with children in an educational or clinical setting is preferred.
Strong knowledge of speech and language disorders, as well as evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and other school personnel.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a commitment to helping students reach their full potential.
Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of students.
Additional Requirements:
Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts state regulations.
Ability to work in compliance with federal, state, and district policies and regulations.
Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the district.
Important Note:
Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Compensation and Benefits:
Full-Time Exempt Salary Position with salary compensation based on candidate experience. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): Not Eligible
Medical/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match
Stipend for Professional/Personal Development
Dash Pass (DoorDash)
YMCA Discounts
Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)
Sick Time with Sick Bank
Personal Days
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.
About Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School:
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School (AKFCS) provides an education to 1426 students in grades kindergarten through twelve, comprising an Elementary, Middle and High School. AKFCS values flexible educators who possess an optimistic, growth-oriented mindset regarding learning, for themselves, staff, and students. The District seeks to reflect the increasingly diverse world in which we live. We strive to provide our students with an exceptional education in a caring community of students, families, faculty, and staff that represents a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Our goal is to ensure opportunities for all students regardless of gender, race, religion, color, ethnicity, sexual preference, gender identity, or economic background. In support of our objective, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School will:
Continue to give special importance to the inclusion within our student body, our faculty, and our staff of persons from all groups within our society, including those who have experienced prejudice and disadvantage.
Provide all members of the district with a range of appropriate opportunities to develop skills for living in a diverse community and integrate diversity initiatives throughout the AKFCS experience.
Support the philosophy of our International Baccalaureate Program, which is aimed at developing inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
Empower all members of our community to share and celebrate their differences as well as their common experiences to foster a culturally responsive education.
Support the mission of Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.
Welcome to ATX Learning
OUR HISTORY
Located in Worcester, Massachusetts and founded in 1998, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women's rights movements.
Charter schools are independent public schools that operate under five-year charters granted by the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and governed by a Board of Directors/Trustees. Abby Kelley has had its Charter renewed consistently, without conditions, since 2003. Currently, the school is in the second year of its most recent five-year Charter term.
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women's rights movements.
OUR MISSION
The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence and character formation.
In support of this mission Abby Kelley each month (September -June) emphasizes a Character Virtue all students are encouraged to keep in mind in their day to day lives. The Abby Kelley Character Virtues are; Responsibility, Truth, Citizenship, Fairness, Respect, True Friendship, Kindness, Perseverance, Self Discipline and Courage.
OUR PARENTS
Abby Kelley views parents as the primary educators of their children and encourages them to actively participate in our school's community. To foster positive parental relationships, Abby Kelley offers frequent information sessions and encourages participation through parent/teacher groups, classroom volunteer opportunities and other school activities. Abby Kelley faculty develops positive relationships and communication with parents, as strong parent communication ensures progress toward academic and behavioral standards.
OUR STUDENTS
Abby Kelley is a K-12 district with 1,424 and 250 staff. The AKFCS students body is reflective of the diverse population in Worcester as 92% of our students are Worcester residents. Our students body is 86% BiPOC with 55% identifying as African American, 22% identifying as Hispanic, 14% identifying as White and 8.7% identifying as other ethnicities. At AKFCS 71% of our students are High Needs and 18% are English Language Learners (ELL).
Currently, in our eleventh year of offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) for our High School students, the IB Programme develops inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. The Programme encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners.
Students have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities, team sports, clubs, and musical activities ranging from electives to full orchestra.
Abby Kelley's graduation rate is consistently at or above 96% and since 2019 the High School has consistently been ranked among the top 10% in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
Job Title: Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Elementary School
Reports To: Building Principal in Partnership with the Special Education Department
Subordinates: None
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: Based On Experience
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team and provide high-quality speech and language therapy services to students in the [school district or school name]. The SLP will assess, diagnose, and treat students with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. This role will involve working collaboratively with teachers, parents, and other school professionals to develop and implement individualized therapy plans aimed at improving students' communication skills and overall educational experience.
This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible and adaptable in meeting the evolving needs of the District.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in students.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans (IEPs) to address student needs, in collaboration with the educational team.
Provide direct therapy services to students, focusing on speech articulation, language comprehension, expressive language, fluency, and voice disorders.
Work with teachers to support students in the classroom, providing strategies and recommendations to promote communication development.
Monitor and document student progress, making necessary adjustments to therapy plans as needed.
Communicate with parents, caregivers, and school staff to update them on student progress and suggest ways to reinforce speech and language skills at home and in the classroom.
Provide training and resources to school staff on strategies to support students with speech and language needs.
Stay up-to-date on the latest research, techniques, and best practices in speech and language pathology.
Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate and effective services are provided.
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
Massachusetts State Licensure as a Speech and Language Pathologist.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred.
Experience working with children in an educational or clinical setting is preferred.
Strong knowledge of speech and language disorders, as well as evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and other school personnel.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a commitment to helping students reach their full potential.
Ability to work independently and manage a caseload of students.
Additional Requirements:
Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts state regulations.
Ability to work in compliance with federal, state, and district policies and regulations.
Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the district.
Important Note:
Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Compensation and Benefits:
Full-Time Exempt Salary Position with salary compensation based on candidate experience. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): Not Eligible
Medical/Dental/Vision
Life Insurance
403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match
Stipend for Professional/Personal Development
Dash Pass (DoorDash)
YMCA Discounts
Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)
Sick Time with Sick Bank
Personal Days
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.
About Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School:
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School (AKFCS) provides an education to 1426 students in grades kindergarten through twelve, comprising an Elementary, Middle and High School. AKFCS values flexible educators who possess an optimistic, growth-oriented mindset regarding learning, for themselves, staff, and students. The District seeks to reflect the increasingly diverse world in which we live. We strive to provide our students with an exceptional education in a caring community of students, families, faculty, and staff that represents a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. Our goal is to ensure opportunities for all students regardless of gender, race, religion, color, ethnicity, sexual preference, gender identity, or economic background. In support of our objective, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School will:
Continue to give special importance to the inclusion within our student body, our faculty, and our staff of persons from all groups within our society, including those who have experienced prejudice and disadvantage.
Provide all members of the district with a range of appropriate opportunities to develop skills for living in a diverse community and integrate diversity initiatives throughout the AKFCS experience.
Support the philosophy of our International Baccalaureate Program, which is aimed at developing inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
Empower all members of our community to share and celebrate their differences as well as their common experiences to foster a culturally responsive education.
Support the mission of Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.
Welcome to ATX Learning
OUR HISTORY
Located in Worcester, Massachusetts and founded in 1998, Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women's rights movements.
Charter schools are independent public schools that operate under five-year charters granted by the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education and governed by a Board of Directors/Trustees. Abby Kelley has had its Charter renewed consistently, without conditions, since 2003. Currently, the school is in the second year of its most recent five-year Charter term.
Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is named in honor of Abby Kelley Foster, a 19th century Worcester resident who was a leader in the abolitionist and women's rights movements.
OUR MISSION
The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children by providing a classical liberal arts education grounded in the great works of Western Civilization and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence and character formation.
In support of this mission Abby Kelley each month (September -June) emphasizes a Character Virtue all students are encouraged to keep in mind in their day to day lives. The Abby Kelley Character Virtues are; Responsibility, Truth, Citizenship, Fairness, Respect, True Friendship, Kindness, Perseverance, Self Discipline and Courage.
OUR PARENTS
Abby Kelley views parents as the primary educators of their children and encourages them to actively participate in our school's community. To foster positive parental relationships, Abby Kelley offers frequent information sessions and encourages participation through parent/teacher groups, classroom volunteer opportunities and other school activities. Abby Kelley faculty develops positive relationships and communication with parents, as strong parent communication ensures progress toward academic and behavioral standards.
OUR STUDENTS
Abby Kelley is a K-12 district with 1,424 and 250 staff. The AKFCS students body is reflective of the diverse population in Worcester as 92% of our students are Worcester residents. Our students body is 86% BiPOC with 55% identifying as African American, 22% identifying as Hispanic, 14% identifying as White and 8.7% identifying as other ethnicities. At AKFCS 71% of our students are High Needs and 18% are English Language Learners (ELL).
Currently, in our eleventh year of offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) for our High School students, the IB Programme develops inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring young people who help to create a better world through intercultural understanding and respect. The Programme encourages students across the world to become active, compassionate, and lifelong learners.
Students have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities, team sports, clubs, and musical activities ranging from electives to full orchestra.
Abby Kelley's graduation rate is consistently at or above 96% and since 2019 the High School has consistently been ranked among the top 10% in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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