The speech language pathologist will conduct evaluations and provide direct services to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other complex communication needs in a public day school setting.
Responsibilities Include:
Conducts thorough assessments of speech and language skills utilizing standardized evaluations and informal assessments to establish eligibility for services and inform goals and service deliveryUtilizes data to develop attainable strengths-based SMART goals for improving functional communication skillsProvides direct services utilizing research-based treatment methods to improve students functional communication skills as outlined in the students Individualized Education Program (IEP)Records data and reports progress at least as often as report cards are providedAttends and participates in IEP meetingsCollaborates with other related service providers to conduct co-treatment sessions when deemed appropriateConsults with classroom teachers and paraprofessionals to implement communication strategies throughout the school dayDevelops augmentative/alternative communication strategies as necessaryTrains classroom staff and families on augmentative/alternative communication strategiesParticipates in professional development that is specific to the field and meets requirements to maintain licensurePreferred Skills:
Experience with low- mid- and high-tech augmentative/alternative communication strategiesExperience with behavior management/de-escalation strategiesMinimum Requirements:
Masters Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or Speech Language Pathology from an accredited graduate programValid Speech Language Pathology License through the Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Division of Professional Licensure Commonwealth of MassachusettsValid Speech and Hearing Disabilities (All Levels) License through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary EducationCertification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferredStrong Clinical Fellow (CF) candidates consideredReports to:
Building principal and special education team administratorDirector of Special Education & Special Education CoordinatorQuincy Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Join the team and be part of a dynamic multicultural community. Thank you for your interest in joining our professional Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin or handicap in its educational activities or employment practice as required by Title IX of the 1972 Federal Education Amendments by Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act and by Chapter 622 of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.