The North Adams Public Schools is seeking a Speech & Language Pathologist. This position is subject to the North Adams Teacher Association contract ranging from $51,993 to $96,092 annually; commensurate with
years of experience and educational attainment.
Job Goal: To support students in reducing or eliminating speech disabilities that interfere with their ability to fully access and benefit from the educational program
Performance Responsibilities:
- Serve as a resource to school staff in developing and implementing effective oral communication and speech improvement programs.
- Provide individualized therapeutic services to students with speech, language, and hearing impairments.
- Assist teachers in identifying, observing, and referring students with suspected communication disorders.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and diagnoses of speech and language needs.
- Implement screening procedures at designated grade levels, including preschool.
- Develop and provide appropriate instructional and supportive communication related materials for students, staff, and families.
- Collaborate with families, educators, and outside agencies to support student progress and appropriate referrals.
- Participate in TEAM evaluations and contribute to eligibility and program development.
- Design and implement individualized therapy plans aligned with student needs.
- Work collaboratively with educators to integrate communication goals into classroom activities.
- Provide consultation, training, and in-service opportunities for school staff.
- Communicate regularly with families and staff regarding student progress, including quarterly reports.
- Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, records, and service logs.
- Manage caseload records, including referrals, screenings, and speech services.
- Compile relevant case history information to inform evaluation and intervention.
- Oversee and maintain speech and language equipment and materials.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by Administration.
Requirements: Massachusetts DESE certification as a Speech & Language Pathologist all levels.
Physical Requirements: The position requires a moderate amount of walking, standing, sitting and climbing stairs and step stool whenever necessary. Activities also include moderate physical exertion in body movement such as reaching, bending, twisting, grasping, pushing, and pulling of objects. The position requires lifting of objects of 20 pounds on a frequent basis, and over 20 pounds occasionally. There is a frequent requirement of fine manipulation associated with the required use of a computer, typewriter, keyboard, calculator, and other business machines.
Environmental Conditions: The occupant is required to work indoors. The regular chemical solvents used are toners, inks, and cleaning fluids. The occupant may come into contact with medical and/or bodily fluids.