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Speech and Language Pathologist
Job Description
Full Job Description JobID:
2138Position Type:
Pupil Services District Wide/Speech and Language Pathologist Date Posted:
8/6/2026Location:
Long Lots Elementary Date Available:
08/20/2026Closing Date:
Until Filled Description Long Lots Elementary School is searching for Speech and Language Pathologist to join a talented team of educators meeting the needs of all students. The qualified candidate will work alongside a dedicated team of special education and related service staff as well as the entire school community in meeting the needs of all students.Qualifications:
Speech and Language Pathologist Certification (061); Knowledge of assessment tools for comprehensive speech-language evaluations; and Knowledge of instructional and assistive technology related to the needs of students with speech-language disabilities.Responsibilities:
Administers, scores, and interprets speech/language assessments for students; Develops and implements individual educational plans to meet student needs, interests, and abilities; Review student's yearly progress and write progress reports and annual reports; Attend meetings and conferences and participates in staff development activities to promote student professional growth; Ability to use and interpret data to monitor student progress; and Maintain records as required by law.Salary:
According to the Teachers' contract (2025-2028) (See website www.westportps.org/employment - personnel contracts)Starting Date:
August 20, 2026Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled Application Procedures:
Internal applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2138 (Please be sure to select internal applicant. This signifies one's current status as a Westport employee.) External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 2138 (Paper copies will not be accepted.) The Westport Board of Education (the "Board") will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law ("Protected Class"), except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.Career Insights for Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$87,831 / year median in Connecticut
+8% projected growth