LT Substitute Speech Language Pathologist

Long-Term Speech-Language Pathologist (Estimated Dates January 2027- June 30, 2027)

Job Summary: The Cattaraugus-Little Valley Central School District is seeking a long-term substitute Speech Language Pathologist, to fill in for a staff member on leave from on or about January 8, 2027 through June 30, 2027. The long-term substitute will evaluate students and provide speech, language, communication, and swallowing/feeding-related services to students with disabilities, consistent with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 plans, and Part 200 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education. The Speech Language Pathologist works closely with classroom and special education teachers, related service providers, families, and the Committee on Special Education (CSE) and Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to help students access the curriculum and communicate effectively.

Description:

Evaluation and Planning

• Conducts speech and language screenings and comprehensive evaluations in the areas of articulation/phonology, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, pragmatics/social communication, and related areas, and writes clear evaluation reports within required timelines.
• Participates as a member of the CSE and CPSE, presents evaluation results, and recommends eligibility, services, and supports.
• Develops measurable annual goals, service recommendations, and testing and program modifications for IEPs.

Services and Student Support

• Provides individual and small-group speech and language therapy in push-in and pull-out settings as required by students' IEPs and 504 plans.
• Supports students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and trains staff and families in its use.
• Consults with teachers and staff on classroom strategies, and participates in the District's Response to Intervention (RtI)/Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and pre-referral processes.
• Reports suspected child abuse or maltreatment as a mandated reporter under New York State law.

Documentation and Compliance

• Monitors and reports student progress toward IEP goals on the District's schedule and in the District's IEP management system.
• Maintains accurate session notes, attendance, and service logs, including the documentation required for Medicaid (School Supportive Health Services Program) reimbursement.
• Maintains the confidentiality of student records in accordance with FERPA, Education Law §2-d, and District policy.

Collaboration and Professional Responsibilities

• Communicates regularly with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and outside providers.
• Participates in faculty and department meetings and professional development as directed.
• Maintains required certification and/or licensure and completes required professional learning hours.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (or Communication Sciences and Disorders) from an accredited college or university.
• One of the following:
• New York State certification as a Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD), Initial, Professional, or Permanent; and/or
• A current New York State license as a Speech-Language Pathologist (Education Law Article 159), or a limited permit to practice speech-language pathology in New York State while completing the Clinical Fellowship.
• Fingerprint clearance through the New York State Education Department.

Preferred

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Both the TSSLD certificate and the NYS license.
• Experience providing speech and language services in a school setting, including CSE/CPSE participation.
• Experience with AAC, social communication, and students with a range of disabilities, from preschool through grade 12.
• New graduates and Clinical Fellowship candidates are encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure:

Apply online by November 30, 2026