Speech-Language Therapist / Pathologist Speech and Language Pathologist

Job Description:

Branford Public Schools invites passionate educators and leaders to join a district where innovation, collaboration, and student success are at the center of our collective effort. Located along Connecticut's beautiful shoreline, Branford offers a vibrant and welcoming community enriched by outstanding cultural, recreational, and natural resources.

Serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12 across six campuses, our district is guided by a clear strategic vision focused on high-quality teaching and learning, continuous improvement, and accessible opportunities for every student. Through investments in modern learning environments, innovative programs, and professional growth, Branford Public Schools empowers staff to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the future of education.

We seek dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence, value collaboration, foster inclusive learning communities, and partner with colleagues, families, and the broader community to ensure every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally.

VACANCY NOTICE

2026 - 2027 School Year

August 14, 2026

Branford Public Schools

Speech and Language Pathologist

Required Certification: 061

Position: Itinerant Speech & Language Pathologist

Sample Duties:

Deliver Speech and Language Therapy: Conduct individual and small-group therapy sessions targeting articulation, language development, pragmatics (social skills), and fluency, specifically tailored to the social and academic needs of middle school students.

Support Assistive Technology & AAC: Collaborate with the special education team to implement, monitor, and train students and staff on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems and other assistive technologies.

Conduct Evaluative Assessments: Administer comprehensive speech and language evaluations, analyze diagnostic data, and contribute to multidisciplinary evaluation reports (IEPs/504 plans).

Ensure Continuity of Therapeutic Care: Partner with the buildings speech department to maintain an aligned approach to student scheduling, data collection, and progress tracking across the middle school population.

Maintain Compliance & Communication: Maintain accurate, timely documentation for progress reports, IEP compliance, and Medicaid billing, while fostering strong, unified communication with families and school staff alongside the full-time SLP.

Salary per Branford Education Association Contract:

$56,974 - $113,513 pending degree level

Start Date: Immediately After Filled

Open Until Filled

Interested candidates must complete the application online at

www.branfordschools.org

(Internal candidates should provide all the required information.)

Bilingual English/Spanish candidates encouraged to apply