Speech-Language Pathologist - District Wide

Portland Public Schools Co; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Portland Public Schools is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide speech and language services for K-12 students across district schools in Portland, ME. The SLP will join a multidisciplinary team including teachers, ed-techs, social workers, OT and PT.

The current openings are likely based at Talbot Community School. Eligible for benefits; position is full-time and reports to the Senior Director of Special Education.

Qualifications

• Experience in public school environment preferred.
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Assess speech and language development using varied tools.
• Complete evaluation reports and IEPs for caseload.
• Cite data for progress discussions (present levels, goals, evaluations).
• Deliver direct instruction and consult per IEPs.
• Manage caseload under speech/language disability category.
• Develop goals and IEPs compliant with laws.
• Implement services in the least restrictive environment.
• Document therapy sessions for scheduling and MaineCare billing.
• Participate in Child Find screenings.
• Support AAC devices where applicable.
• Handle students in programs like Functional Life Skills.

Skills

Public school experience

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist - District Wide

Job Details

Job ID: 5750827

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Oct 21, 2026 3:17 PM (UTC)

Job Description

TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist- District Wide

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Portland Public Schools is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide speech and language services for K-12 students at schools within the Portland Public School District. The SLP will join a passionate, multidisciplinary team of teachers, ed-techs, social workers, occupational therapists and physical therapists.

** The current openings will likely be based on Talbot Community School. **

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assesses all areas of speech and language development, using a variety of tools and data collection methods
• Completes required evaluation reports and IEPs for all students on their assigned caseload
• Cites data for all discussions of student progress, such as in present levels, IEP goals, or evaluation reports
• Delivers direct instruction to all students on their assigned caseload, grouping students to the extent appropriate; provides consultation as required by student IEPs
• Provides case management for students on their caseload who are identified under the speech/language disability category
• Develops goals and Individualized Education Plans consistent with state/federal laws and regulations
• Implement programs and services in the least restrictive environment appropriate for the student
• Maintains thorough documentation of speech-language therapy sessions, including in our scheduling software, and for MaineCare billing
• Participates in Child Find screenings (e.g. new referrals, transfer record reviews/kindergarten screening)
• Supports students and staff with the integrated use of AAC devices, when applicable
• SLPs assigned to a school that has a specialized program, such as Functional Life Skills (FLS), typically have those students as part of their caseload

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Preference will be given to candidates with experience working within the public school environment
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Either or both of the following:
  • Maine State Certification 293 (Speech and Hearing Clinician, K-12) (more info)
  • Maine State Speech Pathologist License (more info)
• Maine State CHRC authorization (more info)
  • if you already have an active DOE clinician certification, you do not need a separate CHRC as this clearance is tied to the other cert
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

• Schedule: School Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Assignment: Permanent
• Reports to: Senior Director of Special Education
• Contract: Part of PEA union ( see 2025-2028 CBA here )
• Salary: Based on education and experience, as outlined in CBA
• Benefits: Eligible for benefits as outlined here

Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

Contact Information

• Barbara Stoddard , HR Director
• 353 Cumberland Ave
• Portland, Maine 04101
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]