Speech Language Pathologist

Walker/Beacon High School; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

FSA

401K with Employer Contribution

Life and Disability

Tuition Reimbursement and Remission

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

CPR/First Aid training

Free parking

Beautiful campus

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Walker Beacon High School in Watertown, MA seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct therapy to language-impaired students and to consult with teachers, parents and clinicians. The role requires an M.A. in Speech/Language Pathology, C.C.C.

(ASHA), and DESE licensure, with experience serving children with mental health and learning needs. Responsibilities include screenings, diagnostic assessments, language interventions, report writing, and collaboration with IEP teams.

Qualifications

• M.A. in Speech/Language Pathology is required.
• C.C.C. (ASHA certification) is required.
• DESE licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist is required.
• Experience working with children with mental health, emotional, and learning disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide focused speech and language interventions to language-disabled students in one-to-one or small group settings.
• Conduct language groups for self-contained classrooms as needed.
• Consult with teachers on language needs of language-disabled students and on ways of leading language groups.
• Consult with parents directly and through clinicians on language difficulties of individual students.
• Provide in-service education to teachers, clinicians and child care workers on language difficulties, diagnostics, and remediation.
• Document client performance; write timely progress notes for Quarterly Progress reports.
• Attend TEAM meetings, IEP meetings, and Clinical Case Conferences as needed.
• Supervise speech/language assistants/interns as directed by Principal; support assistant/intern in determining schedule, preparing materials/activities/lessons.

Education

M.A. in Speech/Language Pathology

C.C.C. (ASHA certification)

DESE licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5854387

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Walker Beacon High School, located in Watertown, MA seeks an SLP to provide direct therapy services to students with language development impairments and social communication deficits; consultation to teachers, parents and other professionals; and diagnostic services. Qualified candidates must be committed to student-centered, family-focused culturally competent care and strength based treatment; possess a M.A. in Speech/Language Pathology; C.C.C. (ASHA certification); and DESE licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist; Experience working with children with mental health, emotional, and learning disabilities.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Life and Disability
• Discount Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Remission Programs
• generous PTO
• paid Holidays
• free CPR/First Aid training
• free parking
• a beautiful scenic campus!
• Ability to learn and grow professionally in the organization!

Essential functions include:

1. Provide focused speech and language interventions to language-disabled students in one-to-one or small group settings.
2. Conduct language groups for self-contained classrooms as needed.
3. Consult with teachers on language needs of language-disabled students and on ways of leading language groups.
4. Consult with parents directly and through clinicians on language difficulties of individual students.
5. Provide in-service education to teachers, clinicians and child care workers on language difficulties, diagnostics, and remediation.
6. Conduct annual pre-testing and post-testing in language development for students with language needs identified on their IEP.
7. Screen intake/admission materials to determine the speech and language needs of incoming students.
8. Provide formal and informal language diagnostic assessment as requested and approved by LEAs and parent(s).
9. Document client performance; write timely progress notes for Quarterly Progress reports.
10. Organize, monitor and maintain speech/language materials and testing supplies.
11. Write full assessment reports/language profile based on diagnostic results.
12. Attend TEAM meetings, IEP meetings, and Clinical Case Conferences as needed.
13. Supervise speech/language assistants/interns as directed by Principal; support assistant/intern in determining schedule, preparing materials/activities/lessons, monitoring progress of students).
14. Provide additional coverage to the school program as needed.
15. Participate fully in in-service training programs and staff meetings.
16. Apply Walker Beacon’s model of therapeutic interventions, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and implement treatment protocol and appropriate therapeutic strategies established in student’s treatment plans, IEPs, and individual support plans.
17. Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• M.A. in Speech/Language Pathology
• C.C.C. (ASHA certification)
• DESE licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Experience working with children with mental health, emotional, and learning disabilities

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Walker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, national guard or reserve unit obligations, participation in discrimination complaint-related activities, or membership in any category protected by federal or state law.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $72,400 to $82,500 Per Year

Student Services > Speech/Language Pathologist

Welcome to Beacon High School

Walker is a network of facilities and professionals that provides world-class mental health services, state-of-the-art special education, expert professional training and consultation, and child welfare advocacy.Each year, Walker provides intensive services for hundreds of the most troubled children, youth and families. Walker’s multidisciplinary programs extend specialized therapeutic environments beyond our classrooms into family homes, public schools and community settings.Professionals and students from across the nation find rewarding professional development and training opportunities at Walker. As a center for innovation in child welfare, special education and children’s mental health, Walker has earned national and international recognition.Walker brings its mission to the world through professional dialogue and publication, and by providing leadership and advocacy on behalf of children, youth and families everywhere.