Speech language pathologist long term substitute

Job Description:

The Uxbridge Public Schools seeks a dedicated and student-centered Speech-Language Pathologist for a long-term substitute position at Taft Early Learning Center. This position begins in January 2027 and continues through the end of the 2026-2027 school year. The SLP will primarily serve students ages 3-5 in our integrated preschool classrooms, with the possibility of supporting students in grades K-3.

Responsibilities include:

• Support students’ communication, language, and social growth within inclusive and specialized learning environments
• Provide direct speech and language services in individual, small group, and integrated classroom settings per student IEPs
• Plan and deliver play-based, developmentally appropriate therapy targeting articulation, receptive and expressive language, pragmatics, and fluency
• Support students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), including modeling and training for staff
• Administer and interpret formal and informal speech and language assessments and prepare written evaluation reports
• Participate in arena evaluations and support transitions from Early Intervention and community preschool programs
• Develop IEP goals and objectives and complete progress reports and related documentation in a timely manner
• Attend and contribute to Team meetings, including eligibility, annual review, and re-evaluation meetings
• Collect and analyze data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction
• Consult and collaborate with classroom teachers, special educators, related service providers, and paraprofessionals to embed communication strategies throughout the school day
• Communicate regularly with families and provide strategies to support communication at home
• Maintain accurate service logs and documentation in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student records, assessment data, personal information, and student situations in compliance with federal and state privacy laws

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders required
• Massachusetts DESE licensure as a Speech, Language, and Hearing Disorders Teacher (All Levels), or eligibility, required
• Massachusetts Board of Registration license in Speech-Language Pathology and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred; Clinical Fellows encouraged to apply
• Experience working with preschool-age children and in school-based settings preferred
• Knowledge of the IEP process and special education regulations
• Experience with AAC and play-based intervention preferred
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload and meet compliance timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and families

Physical Requirements

• Ability to supervise and ensure student safety in classroom and therapy settings
• Capacity to physically assist and engage young students as needed, including working at their level on the floor during play-based activities
• Ability to respond quickly to student needs and emergency situations
• Manual dexterity to use assessment materials, AAC devices, and technology for documentation
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and families
• Stamina to perform job duties throughout the school day