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2026-27 Speech Language Pathologist - PART TIME Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School & Worcester Cultural Academy Charter Public School Sturbridge, MA 01566 Part-time Part-time Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public SchoolSturbridge, MA | Part-Time | Minimum 2 days on-site per weekOld Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is seeking an experienced and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in a part-time role based at our Sturbridge campus. We are looking for a candidate who brings clinical expertise, strong evaluation skills, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply, and we welcome all candidates who reflect the cultural and linguistic diversity of our community.
Who We AreOld Sturbridge Academy (OSA) is an EL Education school working in partnership with Old Sturbridge Village, providing students with rigorous, real-world learning experiences in a supportive and nurturing environment. Our students dont just read about history and science they live it, right on the grounds of one of the most extraordinary living history museums in the country. We are distinguished by four key elements of
EL Education:
a commitment to community, a commitment to high-quality work, a commitment to real-world applications, and a commitment to imagination, exploration, and immersion. At OSA, we believe we are crew, not passengers and every member of our team shows up fully for our students and each other.
We want to be honest with prospective candidates: this is energizing, demanding work. Our school day is longer than a traditional district schedule, our expectations are high, and we ask everyone on our team to go beyond the boundaries of a job description when students need it. You will be carrying a direct service caseload, managing a full evaluation and IEP workload, and supervising an on-site SLPA all while becoming a trusted member of the OSA crew. If that excites you, youll fit right in.
Schedule and PresenceThis is a part-time position. The ideal candidate will be on-site at OSA for a minimum of 2 consistent days per week, with additional time as needed for evaluations, IEP meetings, and SLPA supervision. Specific scheduling will be determined collaboratively based on caseload needs and candidate availability.
What Youll DoEvaluation and AssessmentConduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations for students referred for initial evaluations and re-evaluationsAdminister, score, and interpret standardized and non-standardized assessment tools across areas including articulation, language processing, fluency, voice, and social communicationWrite clear, thorough, and legally compliant evaluation reports that meaningfully inform IEP development and educational planningParticipate in eligibility determination meetings, presenting evaluation findings to families and teams with clarity and cultural sensitivityConduct screenings to identify students who may need further evaluationIEP Development and Service DeliveryDevelop individualized, measurable IEP goals that reflect each students strengths, needs, and educational contextProvide direct speech and language services to students in individual and small group settingsImplement and monitor IEPs with fidelity, adjusting services and goals based on ongoing data and student progressParticipate in and contribute to IEP meetings as the speech and language expert for each students teamMaintain accurate, organized, and confidential records and documentation in compliance with state and federal requirementsSLPA SupervisionProvide clinical supervision to the on-site SLPA at OSADesign treatment plans and session activities for the SLPA to implement, ensuring services are delivered consistently and with fidelityReview SLPA session data regularly and use it to inform ongoing planning and adjustmentsProvide regular feedback, coaching, and professional support to the SLPAMaintain supervision documentation in compliance with Massachusetts licensure requirementsCollaboration and ConsultationServe as a resource and thought partner to special education teachers, classroom teachers, and instructional aides on speech and language development and communication strategiesCollaborate with the special education team and other student support staff to ensure coordinated, student-centered support for students with overlapping needsSupport the carry-over of communication strategies across the school environment by building staff capacity and knowledgeParticipate in student support team meetings, crew meetings, and other collaborative planning processesFamily and Community EngagementBuild authentic, trusting relationships with families across the full range of linguistic and cultural communities represented at OSACommunicate proactively and compassionately with families about their childs speech and language development, evaluation results, and IEP progressProvide guidance to families on how to support communication goals at home, offering culturally and linguistically responsive strategiesUse interpretation and translation support as needed to ensure every family is fully informed and includedWhat You BringMasters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited programMassachusetts licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (or eligibility for licensure)Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA, or Clinical Fellowship eligibilityExperience conducting comprehensive speech and language evaluations in a school settingStrong IEP writing skills and working knowledge of IDEA and Massachusetts special education regulationsExperience providing direct speech and language services to children across a range of ages, needs, and proficiency levelsExperience supervising or mentoring SLPAs or Clinical Fellows preferredExperience working with English Language Learners and students with IEPs in diverse school settingsBilingual proficiency strongly preferred candidates who speak Spanish, Portuguese, or another language represented in our school communities are especially encouraged to applyStrong communication and collaboration skills with students, families, teachers, and clinical colleaguesFlexibility, professionalism, and a genuine desire to be an active, contributing member of the OSA crewOld Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.