Middle School Speech and Language Pathologist

Windham Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Windham Public Schools is looking for a Middle School Speech and Language Pathologist dedicated to fostering student development and ensuring a positive learning environment. This role requires excellent communication skills and experience with diverse student populations.

The ideal candidate will adhere to state certifications, maintain classroom management, and communicate effectively with parents about student progress. Join a welcoming environment that prepares students for their futures.

Qualifications

• Active subject matter certificate as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education.
• Experience working with a diverse student demographic.
• Alternatives to qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in a specialized area and contribute to their development.
• Maintain accurate records and assess student learning continuously.
• Manage classroom behavior and maintain a conducive learning environment.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Active listening

Organizational skills

Public relations

Education

CT Certification (061) Speech and Language Pathologist

Active subject matter certificate

Job description

Middle School Speech and Language Pathologist (JobID: 6343)

Position Information

Position Type: Special Education/Pupil Services/ Speech/Language Pathologist

Date Posted: 5/21/2026

Position Description

Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning. Windham Public Schools is a welcoming learning environment where all students are prepared for college and career. All educators must be excited about working with diverse populations, and eager to collaborate with colleagues.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to the Connecticut Code of Professional Responsibility
• Ensures safety of students
• Implements the Windham Board of Education and administrative policies, rules, regulations and directives
• Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
• Prepares lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
• Maintains accurate and complete records as required
• Assess student learning on continual basis and identifies areas of intervention if needed
• Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Windham Board of Education
• Maintains respect for confidential information
• Keeps parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
• Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
• Design clear and specific learning assessments
• Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
• Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents
• Other duties as assigned by Administrator and/or Superintendent

Qualifications / Certificates

• Active subject matter certificate as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
• CT Certification (061) Speech and Language Pathologist
• Experience working with a diverse student demographic
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Windham Board of Education may find appropriate

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to foster and facilitate learning and classroom management
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
• Effective, active listening skills
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Organizational and problem solving skills
• Excellent public relations skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

WINDHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is the policy of the Windham Public Schools to ensure equal employment opportunity to every person regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender; gender identity or expression, sexual preference or physical and mental disability; and to ensure equal educational opportunity for all students and to prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, age, marital status, national origin, gender, sexual preference, or physical and mental disability in the school district's educational program and activities.