Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

About the role

The Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will provide speech and language services during a parental leave coverage period and will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized speech and language programming aligned with students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language assessments, including initial evaluations, three-year evaluations, AAC evaluations, and related reports.
• Develop and implement individualized speech and language goals, objectives, and service delivery models.
• Provide direct therapy and consultative services using best practices in speech-language pathology and ABA.
• Analyze data and student progress to make timely, appropriate programmatic adjustments.
• Review quarterly progress reports and amend IEPs as needed.
• Program, implement, and support Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems.
• Train staff and team members on AAC use, speech goals, and generalization strategies.
• Serve as an ambassador for Crossroads Continuum and model professionalism and ethical practice.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Massachusetts licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred (minimum 2 years preferred).
• Candidates eligible for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) will be considered.
• Experience with ABA-based treatment for individuals with autism strongly preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively while also working independently.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and mission driven.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and high ethical standards.
• Ability to meet and maintain CALM V&P certification after training.
• This position involves active engagement in a school-based environment and requires the ability to: Move quickly to ensure student safety and intervene when necessary. Pursue a bolting student. Successfully complete CALM training, including: Lifting up to half of body weight Pivoting, squatting, kneeling, and prolonged kneeling Standing from kneeling while supporting student weight Shuffling forward and backward Assisting a student to the floor (school setting only) Stabilizing a student in standing, seated, prone, or supine positions (school setting only).

Preferred Experience

• Experience with AAC devices and AAC programming strongly preferred.
• Comfort working within a highly collaborative, ABA-informed school environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly and support a student population where approximately 70% of students utilize AAC systems.

Why Join Crossroads Continuum?

We believe supporting our students starts with supporting our staff. At Crossroads Continuum, you’ll find a mission-driven culture that values collaboration, growth, and work-life balance.