Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Meliora Academy; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Gym discounts

Mindfulness apps

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

HSA contributions

Job summary

Meliora Academy in Connecticut provides individualized education for students with autism and related challenges. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you’ll deliver individualized speech, language, and feeding services to students ages 3–22, collaborating with families and a multidisciplinary team to strengthen communication and access AAC supports across school, community, and vocational settings.

You’ll develop and deliver research-based therapy, create reports and IEP goals, and supervise SLPAs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• CT Certification and DPH licensure required.
• ASHA CCC-SLP certification required.
• Experience supporting neurodiverse students with AAC and total communication.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assess receptive/expressive language, speech, feeding, and functional communication.
• Collaborate to select and program AAC systems for each student.
• Deliver therapy services individually and in small groups across school and community settings.
• Create assessment reports, IEP goals, annual performance reports, and progress updates.
• Partner with families and multidisciplinary professionals; supervise SLPAs or Clinical Fellows as needed.

Skills

AAC knowledge

Feeding skills

Total communication approaches

Collaboration with families and team

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Connecticut State Department of Education 061 Certification and Department of Public Health licensure

ASHA CCC-SLP

Job description

At Meliora Academy, we provide individualized education for students with autism and related challenges, focusing on academics, life skills, and independence. Guided by collaboration, evidence-based practice, and whole-child support, we help students grow with confidence. Join us and make a difference every day.

As a Speech Language Pathologist at Meliora Academy, you'll provide individualized speech, language, communication, and feeding services to students ages three to 22. You’ll collaborate with families and multidisciplinary team members to help neurodiverse students strengthen their functional communication skills, access appropriate AAC supports, and make meaningful progress across school, community, and vocational settings.

What You'll Need

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Connecticut State Department of Education 061 Certification and Department of Public Health licensure
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
• Experience supporting neurodiverse students, including strong knowledge of AAC, feeding skills, and total communication approaches
• Current Safety-Care, First Aid, and CPR certifications, with the ability to lift, push, pull, or move up to 60 pounds

What You'll Do

• Screen and assess students’ receptive language, expressive language, speech production, oral-motor, feeding, and functional communication skills using appropriate evidence-based measures
• Collaborate with the AT Coordinator to select, customize, program, and recommend AAC systems based on each student’s individual needs
• Develop and deliver research-based therapy services for students individually and in small groups across school, community, and vocational settings
• Create assessment reports, IEP goals, annual performance reports, progress updates, and service documentation while meeting all CT-SEDS and school deadlines
• Partner with families, educators, the feeding team, and other multidisciplinary professionals while participating in CST meetings and supervising SLPAs or Clinical Fellows as needed

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Meliora Academy is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].