School Speech Therapist - Astoria, New York
Company: ProCare Therapy
Location: Astoria
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Master's degree in
Speech-Language Pathology, active SLP license and 1 year of
Speech-Language Pathology experience required. Applicants who do
not meet these qualifications will not be considered. A full-time
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) position is available in a high
school setting located in Astoria, NY, serving students ages 14 to
21. This contract role offers the opportunity to work closely with
a diverse caseload, including students with autism, Down syndrome,
cerebral palsy, and other genetic disorders. Many students are
non-verbal and use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)
devices, providing a rewarding and impactful professional
experience. Key Responsibilities: - Deliver direct speech and
language therapy tailored to individual student needs - Collaborate
effectively with teachers, support staff, and families to develop
and implement communication strategies - Assess, document, and
monitor student progress toward communication goals - Support the
use and integration of AAC devices to enhance student communication
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to
individualized education plans (IEPs) Desired Qualifications and
Experience: - Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology -
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language
Pathology - Experience working in school settings is highly
preferred - Strong knowledge of communication disorders related to
autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other genetic conditions
- Proven ability to engage with non-verbal students and familiarity
with AAC devices - Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability
to collaborate within a multidisciplinary educational team
Location: Astoria, NY Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM 2:00
PM This role offers a meaningful way to make a difference in
students lives through specialized communication support in a
vibrant school community. If you meet the qualifications and are
passionate about empowering students with diverse communication
needs, we encourage you to apply and advance your career in
educational speech-language pathology. Compensation for this
position ranges from $36.72 to $66.72. Eligible candidates may also
receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full
details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This
posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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