Speech-Language Pathologist

Description

Here’s the updated posting:

Date Posted: March 16, 2026 Pay: $72,000 – $78,000 per year Job Type: Full-time | In Person Location: New York, NY 10022

(Relocation required before start date)

Children’s Academy is looking for a licensed Speech‑Language Pathologist.

Children’s Academy is a private K–12 school designed for children with speech and language differences. In alignment with CA’s unique collaborative model, SLPs take on a critical classroom‑based role to support students’ speech and language skills throughout their school day. The SLP will join a strong department of experienced SLPs with access to the most up‑to‑date research and continuing education.

Responsibilities:

• Observe and assess all students’ speech and language needs on an ongoing basis
• Treat students individually for speech and language needs, including receptive language, expressive language, speech/articulation, AAC, oral motor issues, pragmatic language, schematic play, voice/fluency, feeding, and more
• Write comprehensive reports, including initial evaluations, mid‑year progress reports, and end‑of‑year evaluations
• Maintain daily session data
• Create relevant and functional speech goals for inclusion on each child’s IEP
• Collaborate with grade‑level and classroom staff as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Co‑teach ELA/Literacy class with a special education teacher
• Lead social skills groups

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• FSA
• Paid time off
• License reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Opportunities for advancement

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid New York State Speech‑Language Pathologist license
• School‑based experience
• Clear criminal record
• Superior organizational skills

Preferred

Skills:

• Working knowledge of gestalt language processing
• Experience with a variety of AAC programs
• Foundational awareness of apraxia treatments (PROMPT training will be provided)

Required Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)