Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (ESP)
The Bourne Public Schools is seeking engaging, energetic educators to join our team! We value diversity and welcome applications from educators who believe in our three educational pillars of: 1.) Building Community, 2.) Promoting Equity, and 3.) Striving for Excellence. BPS has a strong reputation for inclusive practices and promoting a welcoming environment for students and staff through our Bourne to Be (B2B) values of respect, responsibility and safety. BPS has four excellent schools organized by grade bands (PK-2, 3-5, 6-8 and 9-12) and a student population of approximately 1,600. The town of Bourne is a small seaside community situated on both sides of the Cape Cod Canal. Educators enjoy living in and around the town or have an easy commute on major highways (I-195, I-495 or RT-3). Salary is regionally competitive. Discover the Bourne Advantage by visiting our website at [click to reveal website link]. Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (ESP) Policy # JD103 BOURNE PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT (ESP) JOB DESCRIPTION Reports to: Principal, Director of Special Education and Supervising SLP Job Goal: To provide direct implementation of speech therapy services to identified students and classroom support to teachers/staff and students. Supervises: N/A Responsibilities: General Responsibilities: Provides direct speech-language therapy services to students, according to IEP goals, for the purpose of ensuring compliance with established practices and procedures Assists in the implementation of the student's accommodations, modifications, goals, and objectives as stated on the IEP Consults with teacher(s) and special education team Collects and reports progress, assessment, and goals data to special education teacher, SLP, and appropriate administrator Takes direction from supervising SLP Respects children's confidentiality in all interactions with staff, parent, and school community Uses specialized strategies and techniques Attends meetings and workshops to maintain certification standards Other duties and supports assigned by the principal, teacher(s), special education coordinator, or director of special education. B. Professional & Ethical Practices: Arrives on the job at required time and stays on the job for prescribed amount of time Takes direction and implementation from supervising teacher(s) or IEP contact person Reads and acknowledges student educational plans relevant to position Maintains professional relationships with students, staff and administration Participates in staff training I professional development Reports concerns to the teacher(s) and/or administration Adheres to confidentiality in all interactions with staff, parents, community Demonstrates proficiency in oral and written communication skills Models & promotes appropriate communication, socialization, and conversation skills Fulfills any additional duty as assigned by administration C. Instructional Content & Ability to Support Student Instruction: Assists in the implementation of accommodations, modifications, organizational skills in accordance with the IEP Fosters Independent learning skills as appropriate for developmental and grade level functioning Assists with functional daily living skills as necessary including but not limited to feeding, communicating, functional adaptive skills, etc. Supports students in developing appropriate behaviors including assisting in the implementation of a behavior intervention plan Learns and displays knowledge of subject matter necessary to assist students Collects data under the direction of staff American Speech Language Hearing Association Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Licensure preferred. Adoption Date: 5/7/2025