Speech & Language Pathologist (1.0 FTE)

Sargent School; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 64,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

North Andover Public Schools - Sargent School in North Andover, MA is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist (1.0 FTE) to provide instruction and therapy for students with communication disorders. The candidate must hold MA licensure with ASHA CCC and be prepared to work within IEP, RTI, and 504 frameworks.

The position requires collaboration with teachers and specialists, development of IEPs, and maintaining detailed records. Salary is aligned with district guidelines; starting Jan 4, 2027.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Certification in Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders and MA License in Speech and Language Pathology (All Levels).
• Current ASHA certification; CCC.
• Education: Hold a Bachelor's Degree.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed.
• Authorization to work in the United States by start date.
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Masters Degree and experience in public school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide intensive instruction in speech, language, and pragmatic skills per the Team process and IEP.
• Assess students via formal and informal test measures.
• Participate in development of IEP; write progress notes and maintain data.
• Assist with curriculum accommodations/modifications and classroom strategies.
• Maintain records and provide timely reports.
• Keep abreast of new information and techniques for speech disorders.
• Ensure evaluations and therapy follow state/federal timelines.
• Deliver therapy and consultations per individual needs and IEP/504/RtI.

Skills

Massachusetts Certification

ASHA CCC

communication skills

organizational skills

technology experience

US work authorization

public school experience

Masters degree preferred

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

This position will start on January 4, 2027.

JOB TITLE: Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)

LOCATION:Sargent Elementary

EVALUATED BY: Principal/Designee and Special Education Administrator or Designee.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: To provide services to students with communication disabilities which will allow them to access the curriculum and to participate in both school and community life as defined by students’ IEPs and RTI.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Massachusetts Teachers Certification in Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders and Massachusetts License in Speech and Language Pathology (All Levels)
• Current ASHA certification; Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC)
• Education: Hold a Bachelor's Degree.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Masters Degree and experience working in a public school setting with students of all ages and abilities, preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide students with intensive instruction in speech, language, communication, and pragmatic language skills as determined by the Team process and subsequent IEP formulation
• Assess students via formal and informal test measures
• Participate in the development of student’s Individual Education Program (IEP); write progress notes and maintain student data
• Assist teachers and other special education staff in the development and implementation of curriculum accommodations/modifications and appropriate classroom strategies as determined by the Team process and subsequent IEP formulation
• Maintain appropriate records and provide timely reports
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques for students with communication disorders
• Evaluations will be performed within timelines established in state and federal regulations.
• Therapy and consultation services will be provided to students based on the individual needs of each student and in compliance with each child's IEP, 504 Plan or RtI.
• Collaborate with other members of the teaching staff to schedule treatment consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student.
• Speech and Language Pathologists will provide services in the least restrictive setting.
• Speech and Language Pathologists will participate in pre-referral, Team Meeting, Student Support Team activities and will provide professional development to school based staff as requested or required to meet students’ IEPs.
• Speech and Language Pathologists will consult with other Related Services providers, teachers, parents and outside providers in order to provide effective services in a variety of settings.
• Speech and Language Pathologists are to comply with state regulations concerning renewal of certifications and licenses.
• Speech and Language Pathologists are expected to develop, update and adhere to both a daily and weekly schedule. Each school’s principal should be provided with a copy of that schedule.
• Speech and Language Pathologists are expected to comply with NAPS rules, policies and procedures as well as those of their assigned school(s)
• Speech and Language Pathologists are expected to maintain records of prior planning of lessons and to keep therapy notes for each child and therapy session and to maintain accurate records of student attendance

WORKING CONDITIONS: Working in a school setting. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT/SALARY

As negotiated by Superintendent of Schools. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as required

Speech & Language Pathologist (1.0 FTE)

North Andover Public Schools Sargent School - North Andover, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5986252

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

This position will start on January 4, 2027.

JOB TITLE: Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)

LOCATION:Sargent Elementary

EVALUATED BY: Principal/Designee and Special Education Administrator or Designee.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: To provide services to students with communication disabilities which will allow them to access the curriculum and to participate in both school and community life as defined by students’ IEPs and RTI.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Massachusetts Teachers Certification in Speech, Language and Hearing Disorders and Massachusetts License in Speech and Language Pathology (All Levels)
• Current ASHA certification; Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC)
• Education: Hold a Bachelor's Degree.
• Meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed
• Current authorization to work in the United States - Candidates must have such authorization by their first day of employment
• Ability to handle a multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Technology experience
• Masters Degree and experience working in a public school setting with students of all ages and abilities, preferred

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide students with intensive instruction in speech, language, communication, and pragmatic language skills as determined by the Team process and subsequent IEP formulation
• Assess students via formal and informal test measures
• Participate in the development of student’s Individual Education Program (IEP); write progress notes and maintain student data
• Assist teachers and other special education staff in the development and implementation of curriculum accommodations/modifications and appropriate classroom strategies as determined by the Team process and subsequent IEP formulation
• Maintain appropriate records and provide timely reports
• Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques for students with communication disorders
• Evaluations will be performed within timelines established in state and federal regulations.
• Therapy and consultation services will be provided to students based on the individual needs of each teacher and in compliance with each child's IEP, 504 Plan or RtI.
• Collaborate with other members of the teaching staff to schedule treatment consistent with the needs and capabilities of the student.
• Speech and Language Pathologists will provide services in the least restrictive setting.
• Speech and Language Pathologists will participate in pre-referral, Team Meeting, Student Support Team activities and will provide professional development to school based staff as requested or required to meet students’ IEPs.
• Speech and Language Pathologists will consult with other Related Services providers, teachers, parents and outside providers in order to provide effective services in a variety of settings.
• Speech and Language Pathologists are to comply with state regulations concerning renewal of certifications and licenses.
• Speech and Language Pathologists are expected to develop, update and adhere to both a daily and weekly schedule. Each school’s principal should be provided with a copy of that schedule.
• Speech and Language Pathologists are expected to comply with NAPS rules, policies and procedures as well as those of their assigned school(s)
• Speech and Language Pathologists are expected to maintain records of prior planning of lessons and to keep therapy notes for each child and therapy session and to maintain accurate records of student attendance

WORKING CONDITIONS: Working in a school setting. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT/SALARY

As negotiated by Superintendent of Schools. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as required

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $64,107 to $119,975 Per Year

Contact Information

• Greg Landry , Director of Human Resources
• 566 Main Street
• North Andover, Massachusetts 01845
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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