SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Job Details

Job Location
Whitney Academy - Hamden, CT

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
Graduate Degree

Salary Range
$58,512.00 - $101,887.00 Salary

Job Shift
Day

Job Category
Education

Job Posting Date(s)

End Date
05/25/2025

Description

Performance Responsibilities

• Conducting assessments to identify speech and language disorders and completing required reports regarding the assessments.
• Developing and implementing treatment plans to address identified speech and language disorders.
• Collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Providing direct therapy services to students with speech and language disorders.
• Maintaining ongoing student performance data to monitor and document student progress.
• Attend PPT meetings.
• Consult with school teams to assist in meeting the needs of specific students.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay up to date with the latest research and best practices in speech and language pathology.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of high tech and low-tech augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices or systems.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction.
• Ability to administer a variety of diagnostic assessments.
• Knowledge of data collection systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively with school staff, district representatives, students, and parents.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure (061 and Public Health license) and ASHA certification (CCC-SLP).
• Previous experience in a school setting is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a diverse caseload effectively.