Lynn Public Schools
Speech & Language Pathologist Assistant
Lynn Public Schools, Lynn, Massachusetts, us, 01910
Speech & Language Pathologist Assistant
*This is a long-term substitute assignment for School Year 2024-2025.
Lynn Public Schools is guided by its mission, vision, and core values.
Mission
- The Lynn Public Schools commits to providing our students with a safe inclusive learning environment that inspires and promotes individual academic and personal growth.
Vision
- Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, Lynn Public Schools commits to supporting the intellectual, vocational, academic and social-emotional success of all of our students. We create equitable conditions for all students to thrive in a global society. With a focus on equity, excellence, and innovation, the district serves 17,193 students across 28 schools.
Core Values
- The Lynn Public Schools community celebrates that we live in a rapidly changing, increasingly diverse and connected world. In our partnered effort to prepare students for this world, we are equally committed to: Inclusiveness Shared responsibility Collaborative relationships High expectations Inspiring life-long learning JOB DETAILS:
The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant will provide speech and language services and appropriate intervention services to eligible students under the direction of a licensed supervisor. The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant will also maintain speech and language special education records and documentation as directed by a licensed supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Massachusetts License as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders. An understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural racism, and bias, and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children in order to effectively problem solve Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders Experience in an urban district/setting preferred Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned. PERFORMANCE
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals contained in Individual Education Programs (IEP) under the direction of the licensed supervisor. Participate in Team process as assigned by supervisor. Participate in determining student progress and readiness for termination of therapy services under the Supervising Speech-Language Pathologist Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students under the direction of the licensed supervisor. Attend regularly scheduled speech therapy meetings. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, the State Board of Education rules and regulations and the State Board of Examiners Licensing Board for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Present a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors. Comply with all district guidelines and regulations. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the students under the direction of the licensed supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned by the licensed supervisor and/or the Administrator of Special Education/Designee TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers/Therapists Union. 180 days per year
BENEFITS:
The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision. Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis.
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).
All
MUST
be completed
PRIOR
to the start of employment.
Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, race, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement or any other consideration made unlawful by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable. Race, when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.
*This is a long-term substitute assignment for School Year 2024-2025.
Lynn Public Schools is guided by its mission, vision, and core values.
Mission
- The Lynn Public Schools commits to providing our students with a safe inclusive learning environment that inspires and promotes individual academic and personal growth.
Vision
- Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, Lynn Public Schools commits to supporting the intellectual, vocational, academic and social-emotional success of all of our students. We create equitable conditions for all students to thrive in a global society. With a focus on equity, excellence, and innovation, the district serves 17,193 students across 28 schools.
Core Values
- The Lynn Public Schools community celebrates that we live in a rapidly changing, increasingly diverse and connected world. In our partnered effort to prepare students for this world, we are equally committed to: Inclusiveness Shared responsibility Collaborative relationships High expectations Inspiring life-long learning JOB DETAILS:
The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant will provide speech and language services and appropriate intervention services to eligible students under the direction of a licensed supervisor. The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant will also maintain speech and language special education records and documentation as directed by a licensed supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Massachusetts License as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Knowledge of habilitation and rehabilitation of speech, language, and hearing disorders. An understanding of the concepts of institutional and structural racism, and bias, and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents and advocate for children in order to effectively problem solve Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and ability to work with all stakeholders Experience in an urban district/setting preferred Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to travel to multiple work locations as assigned. PERFORMANCE
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent with speech/language goals contained in Individual Education Programs (IEP) under the direction of the licensed supervisor. Participate in Team process as assigned by supervisor. Participate in determining student progress and readiness for termination of therapy services under the Supervising Speech-Language Pathologist Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement classroom-based activities to improve oral and written language skills of students under the direction of the licensed supervisor. Attend regularly scheduled speech therapy meetings. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, the State Board of Education rules and regulations and the State Board of Examiners Licensing Board for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Present a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors. Comply with all district guidelines and regulations. Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents regarding the accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the students under the direction of the licensed supervisor. Performs other duties as assigned by the licensed supervisor and/or the Administrator of Special Education/Designee TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As negotiated with Lynn School Committee and Lynn Teachers/Therapists Union. 180 days per year
BENEFITS:
The City of Lynn offers comprehensive and competitive health and dental benefits; Harvard Pilgrim PPO/HMO, Altus Dental High/Low, and Vision. Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) as well as Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability are available on a voluntary basis.
An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).
All
MUST
be completed
PRIOR
to the start of employment.
Non-Discrimination Policy
It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, race, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement or any other consideration made unlawful by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable. Race, when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.