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Speech Therapist, NEC
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$85,867 / year median in New York
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Position Title
Speech Therapist, NEC
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale
$52,341 - $61,805
Job Description
Position:
2.5 FTE Speech Therapist
Location:
Newark Education Center (NEC), Newark, NY 14513
Salary Range:
$52,341 -$61,805, based on experience and demonstrated abilities.
Start Date:
September 01, 2026
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Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.
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Depending on location, this position may involve direct work with students with autism, emotional and/or developmental disabilities which may include, but are not limited to, oppositional and aggressive behaviors; mood disorders; and potentially severe and unpredictable physical and/or verbal outbursts.
Speech Therapists are expected to:
- Have ability to work with a diverse population of students.
- Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
- Provide specialized instruction to students with emotional and learning disabilities.
- Collaborate with colleagues and provide resources to meet student learning needs.
- Communicate regularly and effectively with parents.
- Record and report student progress.
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Job Qualifications
NYS Speech Therapist Certification is required. NYS Speech-Language Pathologist license is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working with students with autism, emotional and/or developmental disabilities.
Candidates should possess a broad skill set of effective teaching and learning to engage learners of all levels including, but not limited to:
- Knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments.
- Knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Promoting equity and culturally responsive practices to create inclusive environments.
Job responsibility may require individual to do one and two person lifts and/or physical interventions on a daily basis with students weighing 50-200 pounds. Position requires the successful completion of all elements of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training. Initial and refresher TCI Trainings are provided by
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Application Procedure
Click on the green "Apply Now" button at the bottom of the posting to complete the online application and submit required certification credentials, resume, and cover letter.
If you have questions, please contact Debra Luna 315-332-7289 or Debra.
Luna@wflboces.org
Job Category
Student Support & Related Services
Job Location
Newark Education Center (NEC)