NOTICE OF VACANCY LTS Speech-Language PathologistBURGESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICTAugust 31, 2026 October 30, 2026REPORTS TO: PrincipalRESPONSIBILITIES: To help reduce or eliminate speech, language, and hearing impairments that interfere with learning, and provide direct service to meet individual needs of speech, language, and hearing-impaired studentsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: serves as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for language, oral and/or assisted communication and speech/language maintains efficient records including the preparation of reports as required by local and district policyABILITY TO: communicate effectively with teachers, students, administration, parents/guardians, doctors, and other professionals in the community who are involved with the students solve practical problems with students and staffunderstand and carry out oral and written directionsidentify, analyze, solve and organize work to meet deadlines KNOWLEDGE OF: all areas of speech, language and aural rehabilitationassistive technologieseffective use of computer and relevant educational software applicationsinterpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesyQUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.Evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Degree in communication disorders DESE licensure: Speech, Language, and Hearing Disorders (Levels: All) Successful experience as a classroom teacher at the Elementary LevelElementary Specialty license in ELA or Special Education preferredMasters Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in educational administration and supervision preferredApproved CORI and Fingerprinting results Annual Salary Range: $52,369.00 - $55979.00Kathleen Pelley, PrincipalBurgess Elementary School45 Burgess School RoadSturbridge, MA 01566POSTED: 8/6/2026__________________APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until FilledTantasqua/Union 61 School Districts are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
