The Mendon-Upton Regional School District is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning community that empowers all students to reach their full potential. Grounded in our core values of collaboration, authentic learning, student agency, and equity, we strive to provide a comprehensive and rigorous education that prepares students for success in an ever-changing world.
As a staff member in the Mendon-Upton Regional School District, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic and personal growth of our students. The ideal candidate will embrace our district''s values and priorities, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued, respected, and challenged to achieve their highest potential.
In our district, we believe all learners thrive when:
- -We establish a culture of inquiry, exploration, reflection, and growth
- -Learners engage in active, meaningful, and authentic experiences
- -Learning experiences honor their identities, interests, strengths, and goals
- -Students, families, educators, and the larger community collaborate as partners in learning
- -A safe, supportive and inclusive environment exists, where each learner feels known, valued, and celebrated
Join our team and help us fulfill our mission of empowering every learner to thrive. If you are passionate about education, equity, and making a difference in the lives of students, we invite you to apply.
Mendon-Upton Regional School District
Position: Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) - Short-Term Contract
Contract Duration: Approximately 6-8 weeks, depending on start date, through December 22, 2026
Start Date: As soon as possible
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6 hours per day / 30 hours per week
Hourly Rate: $30.00 per hour
Location: District-wide, primarily elementary and middle school settings
Position Summary
- -The Mendon-Upton Regional School District is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) for a short-term contracted position. The SLPA will support the district''s Speech and Language Therapists in the delivery of speech and language services to students.
- -The SLPA will work across district schools as assigned by the Director of Student Services, with the primary responsibility of supporting services for elementary and middle school students. This position is ideal for a qualified SLPA seeking a short-term professional opportunity in a collaborative school-based setting.
Essential Responsibilities
The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will:
- -Assist Speech and Language Therapists in providing speech and language services to students as directed and supervised by the appropriate licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
- -Provide services and support to students across district schools as assigned by the Director of Student Services.
- -Implement speech and language activities and interventions as directed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- -Support student progress toward speech and language goals identified by the supervising clinician.
- -Maintain appropriate documentation related to services provided, as directed.
- -Collaborate professionally with Speech and Language Therapists, educators, related service providers, and other school personnel.
- -Follow all district policies and procedures related to student safety, confidentiality, professional conduct, and service delivery.
- -Perform other duties related to the position as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- -Valid Massachusetts Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) license.
- -Ability to work effectively with elementary and middle school students.
- -Ability to work collaboratively with Speech and Language Therapists and school staff.
- -Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- -Commitment to maintaining student confidentiality and professional standards.
- -Successful completion of all required district background screening prior to beginning employment, including:
- -Criminal background check (CORI)
- -Federal fingerprint-based background check