Speech-Language Pathologist - Special Education

REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, Maine 04087 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST POSITION SUMMARY The Speech-Language Pathologist provides comprehensive speech and language evaluations, therapeutic services, and interventions for students, as well as consultation and support to parents, staff, and educational teams. REPORTS TO Director and Assistant Director of Special Education, and Building Administrators QUALIFICATIONS Maine Speech-Language Pathologist Certification and Licensure (preferred), or Bachelor's degree with Maine Department of Education certification in Speech (#293) and State Licensure Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with students, families, school personnel, and community members PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and implement individualized speech and language therapy programs based on student needs Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnoses of speech, voice, fluency, and language impairments Assist in screening processes to identify students with potential speech/language needs Support and guide teachers in recognizing and referring students with suspected speech/language impairments Serve as a consultant to teachers and staff regarding speech and language development and interventions Provide information, resources, and support to parents and families as appropriate Maintain accurate, thorough, and up-to-date records, including IEP documentation and service logs Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal regulations Participate in student support teams, IEP meetings, and district/building-level special education meetings Chair IEP and student team meetings as assigned, ensuring compliance with all procedural requirements Manage and maintain necessary equipment and instructional materials Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Special Services TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary, work year, and working conditions will be established by the RSU 57 School Board. EVALUATION Performance will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policies and administrative procedures. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, kneel, crouch, push, pull, and lift between 25–75 pounds, along with other physical activities as needed. DISCLAIMER This job description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Responsibilities may change or be assigned as needed. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER RSU 57 Massabesic School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship