Elementary Speech Therapist

ServingSchools; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and benefits

Three college courses paid each year (

Continued professional development

Opportunities for summer employment

Job summary

Saccarappa School in Westbrook, ME is seeking a full-time Speech Therapist to serve K-4 students with a range of speech and language needs, from articulation challenges to AAC support, within a collaborative special education team.

The role requires conducting evaluations, participating in IEP meetings, managing Maine paperwork, and delivering comprehensive services with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Maine State Certification as a Speech Therapist must be held.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language therapy to K-4 students with diverse needs.
• Conduct evaluations and participate in IEP meetings.
• Collaborate with the special education team to deliver comprehensive services.
• Complete State of Maine paperwork and meet timelines.

Skills

Speech therapy

AAC devices

IEP participation

Interventions

Education

Maine State Certification as Speech Therapist

Job description

Saccarappa School

The Westbrook School Department is seeking a full time Speech Therapist at one of our Elementary Schools. The position will require working with K-4 students with speech and language needs ranging from challenges with articulation to the use of augmentative, alternative communication (AAC) devices. The position requires knowledge of interventions, evaluations, participation in IEP meetings, and the eagerness to be part of a dynamic team, providing comprehensive services, completing the State of Maine paperwork requirements and meeting timelines. The qualified candidate will be given: competitive salaries and benefits, three college courses paid each year (University rate), continued professional development, and opportunities for summer employment. The therapist will become part of our devoted, friendly, and collaborative special education team.

Special Education

Saccarappa Elementary is a PK-4 school of approximately 400 learners and 80 dedicated staff. The average class size is just 17 students. In addition to literacy and numeracy, our curriculum includes classes in art, music, STEAM, physical education, and library. Technology resources and skills are integrated across the curriculum and school settings. Our Title I school is proud of its knowledgeable and compassionate Multilingual, Special Education, MTSS, and Gifted and Talented programs. Staff work collaboratively to provide support for a wide range of diverse learners. Professional Learning Communities meet weekly during early releases in order to study best practices and hone the art of teaching. We are proud of the partnership we have with our families, the Saccarappa PTO, and many other community members who make Saccarappa School a special place to teach and learn.

District

Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state in a growing suburb of Portland, Maine's largest city, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district. All voices are heard in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education. We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise: The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team.

Employment Terms

This is a position within the Teachers' Collective Bargaining Agreement. The range of salary is dependent on experience and education. It may be found here.

Benefits

• competitive salaries and benefits
• three college courses paid each year (University rate)
• continued professional development
• opportunities for summer employment
• competitive pay and generous benefits

Certification

Certification: Maine State Certification as a Speech Therapist

Equal Opportunity Employer

Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce to support a vibrant, culturally rich, and equity-focused school district.