Speech Therapist in West Springfield, MA

Bilingual Therapies

West Springfield, MA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Full Time

Job Description

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, active SLP license and 1+ year of Speech-Language Pathology experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) position is available for the 2026-2027 school year, based in Ludlow, MA, serving a specialized high school program for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related learning differences. This contract role involves providing targeted speech and language support as part of the Compass High Program, a personalized educational setting designed to foster independence and skill-building outside traditional classrooms.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver individualized SLP services to high school students with ASD and other learning differences
Supervise a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) within the program
Collaborate with educational staff to support communication goals aligned with each students needs
Participate in program planning and documentation consistent with state requirements

Qualifications:

Valid state SLP certification and licensure applicable to working in Massachusetts schools
Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred
Demonstrated experience working with adolescent populations, particularly in specialized educational settings for ASD
Ability to effectively supervise and mentor an SLPA

Work Details:

Location: Ludlow, MA (assignment at Ludlow High School; client office located in West Springfield)
Duration: August 27, 2026 June 22, 2027 (dates approximate per the upcoming school calendar)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week
Setting: Specialized high school program focusing on supportive, non-traditional learning environments

This role is ideal for a professional committed to enhancing communication skills and independence in adolescents facing unique educational challenges. Candidates with a passion for working in specialized school settings will find this opportunity rewarding.

Interested candidates are encouraged to prepare a blind resume including first name, last initial, and city of commute (no contact info), along with a bullet-pointed candidate profile and interview availability. Please submit applications promptly to explore this meaningful educational assignment.

Compensation for this position ranges from $42.13 to $62.13. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.