Job Description

Position: Speech Language Pathologist 12-Month Employment

Location: Milford School District

Reports To: Director of Special Programs/Principal

Starting Date: August 2026

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Qualifications:

• Hold or be eligible for a valid Delaware Speech Pathology license
• Other requirements as established by the state of Delaware for certification/licensure

Performance Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates knowledge of federal, state and local rules, regulations and laws.
• Communicates effectively with the Director of Student Services, school administrators, teachers, students, families and related services team.
• Provides prevention, assessment and remediation services for students who exhibit difficulties in the areas of language, speech, voice, and fluency.
• Maintains data for program planning and decision-making.
• Completes records for third party reimbursement accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assists and guides teachers in observing, describing, and referring to suspected and identified speech and language disorders.
• Provides a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, hearing, and language impairments.
• Provides screening to identify speech-disabled children at regular intervals and at specified levels.
• Assists in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community as appropriate.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by suggestions for the student's daily activities.
• Provides professional development and serves as a consultant to teachers and school staff members on topics concerning speech services.
• Maintains lists of referred, screened, and eligible students, as well as a directory of outside agencies, consultants, specialists, and related services.
• Assumes primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining materials and equipment necessary to the delivery of service.
• Serves as an advocate for speech/language service programs and needs.
• Attends IEP meetings and provides leadership to the development of IEPs when appropriate.
• Implements, monitors and updates goals on IEPs for students.
• Provides summative data regarding the effectiveness of speech services as requested.
• Serves as a vital team member of the school-community.
• Schedules interventions using a variety of service delivery models, including classroom intervention, consultation/collaboration and pullout as appropriate to meet student needs in the least restrictive environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Employment Condition: By accepting employment as a 12-month employee with the Milford School District, you acknowledge and understand that:

• A primary responsibility during the summer months (June–August) is to support district-run summer programming for special education students, Extended School Year (ESY), and/or other specialized instructional or support services.
• The inclusion of summer duties as part of the 12-month contract is to support district summer programming.
• 12-month employees are expected to work the entire calendar year, satisfying the required workdays as other 12-month employees. 12-month professional employees follow the same holiday schedule and accrue leave as other 12-month employees.

Examples of Summer Duties May Include:

• Providing direct instruction, related services, or behavioral support to special education students during summer months.
• Assisting with ESY program setup, progress monitoring, or closure tasks.
• Supporting data collection, compliance documentation, or student transitions between school years.
• Participating in professional learning activities connected to program implementation.
• Service as an IEP Team Member for meetings scheduled during the summer months, as needed.
• Complete evaluations and summary reports for students, as needed during the summer.
  
  

Terms of Employment: Twelve-month (12) full-time employee

Salary and Benefits: Salary and benefits are commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with Board of Education Policy for 12 month staff. Please note that the linked salary range reflects a 10-month schedule and will be adjusted to reflect a 12-month position. Speech Language Pathologists may also receive up to a 30% local salary supplement based on credentials, experience and education.https://www.milfordschooldistrict.org/our-district/departments/human-resources/benefits-and-compensation

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.

Application Process: Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website:www.milfordschooldistrict.orgInternal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.

External applicants (including substitutes) must follow the application process.All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Employment" at the top of the website,www.milfordschooldistrict.orgOnly completed application packets will be considered. The following items must be included:

• Resume
• Copy of unofficial transcripts
• Three separate letters of recommendation

Contact:

Director of Human Resources

906 Lakeview Avenue

Milford, DE 19963

Tel: 302-424-6393

Employment with Milford School District is contingent upon successful:

• Criminal Background Check (within last one year)
• Child Protection Registry Check (within last one year)
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Milford Board of Education Approval

Milford School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.

The Milford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against students, employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.