Districtwide SLP: Elevate Student Communication

Servingschools; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 46,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saco School Department is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist districtwide to provide comprehensive services across grade levels and settings. You will evaluate, identify, and address communication needs affecting educational performance and access to the general curriculum.

Under supervision, you will collaborate with educators, families and multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based interventions and monitor student progress toward IEP goals, ensuring timely documentation and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Current Maine licensure and Maine Department of Education certification or authorization to serve as a school-based SLP.
• Knowledge of speech and language development, assessment, intervention, and educational impact of communication disorders.
• Understanding of IDEA, Section 504, and MUSER requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with students across multiple grade levels and diverse needs.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation, manage a service schedule, and meet timelines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive screenings, initial evaluations, and reevaluations using standardized assessments and data.
• Assess speech sound production, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, and social communication.
• Prepare evaluation reports identifying strengths, needs, findings, and recommendations.
• Present evaluation results to families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams clearly and professionally.
• Participate in IEP eligibility determinations and planning.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized SLP interventions aligned with IEP goals.
• Provide direct and consultative services across multiple delivery models.
• Collaborate with educators to generalize communication skills across settings and monitor progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Collaborative problem-solving

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders

Maine licensure and DOE certification/authorization to serve as SLP

CCC-SLP certification (preferred)

Job description

The Saco School Department is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist districtwide to provide comprehensive services across grade levels and settings. You will evaluate, identify, and address communication needs affecting educational performance and access to the general curriculum.

Under supervision, you will collaborate with educators, families and multidisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based interventions and monitor student progress toward IEP goals, ensuring timely documentation and