What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Speech and Language Pathologist position at Bowdoinham Community School?
Welcome to Maine School Administrative District #75 (MSAD 75)
Serving Maine’s Midcoast communities of Bowdoin, Bowdoinham, Harpswell, and Topsham, MSAD 75 is home to over 2,350 students and more than 600 faculty and staff members.
MSAD 75 is seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our PreK-5th grade team. This position is currently serving students at Bowdoinham Community School 4 days per week and Williams Cone School 1 day per week and is focused on providing comprehensive speech and language services to elementary-aged students with moderate to severe communication needs.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, and total communication needs for elementary-aged students, including standardized assessments, observations, and informal measures.
- Develop and implement individualized education programs (IEPs) with measurable goals and objectives based on assessment results and student needs.
- Provide direct therapy services to students with a range of communication disorders, including articulation, phonology, language (receptive and expressive), fluency, voice, and social communication.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records, including evaluation reports, IEPs, progress notes, and data collection.
- Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and other school-based meetings as required.
- Stay current with best practices and research in the field of speech-language pathology.
- Adhere to all ethical and professional standards of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and state licensure requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education or Principal.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an ASHA-accredited program.
- Current Maine State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred.
- State of Maine Department of Education background check (CHRC) authorization.
How to apply for CHRC/Certification
Why MSAD 75?
- Professional Growth: At MSAD 75, employees grow professionally, build strong relationships, and help shape the future of our community one student at a time.
- Supportive Environment: We strive to build an environment that is diverse in perspectives, talents, backgrounds, and experiences.
- Comprehensive Benefits: MSAD 75 offers a Flexible Benefits Plan, including medical and dental coverage, flexible spending account (FSA), 403(b) & 457(b) plans, MainePERS, employee assistance program (EAP), professional development reimbursement, paid time off and more!
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: The Orion Performing Arts Center provides a cultural beacon in the region, offering first-rate live performances and enriching experiences for both staff and students.
MSAD 75 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, ancestry, or disability in its employment or in the administration of its educational policies and programs.