Grades 9 - 12 Grades 6 - 8 Speech Pathology - Ballston Spa, NY

Step into a rewarding role providing speech-language pathology services in a supportive, year-round educational setting for students ages 5 to 21. This position will allow you to make a meaningful difference in a specialized private school serving children and young adults with Level 3 autism, significant cognitive disabilities, and complex behavioral needs. The school features a close-knit population of 78 students in 10 self-contained classrooms, each maintaining an 8:1:3 student-to-staff ratio. A dedicated therapy space is provided, ensuring you have the resources and environment to deliver high-quality interventions.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Current credentials/licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Experience or strong interest in supporting K–12 and transition-age students (ages 5–21)
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) methods
• Demonstrated success or comfort in working with non-verbal students and those exhibiting challenging behavior
• Previous work in special education, self-contained classrooms, or similar environments is highly valued

Role Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments, develop IEP goals, and implement individualized speech and language interventions
• Collaborate with classroom staff, special education teams, and families to promote communication success
• Use AAC technology and other strategies to empower non-verbal students’ participation
• Document progress, maintain compliance, and adjust programming as students’ needs evolve
• Provide engaging, clinically sound therapy within a dedicated on-site space

This is a contract opportunity with hours from 7:45 am to 3:15 pm, Monday through Friday, beginning ASAP and continuing through the end of the school year. The year-round schedule allows for consistent impact and strong therapeutic rapport with a unique and inspiring student population.

Step into a setting where your specialized skills will truly matter. If you’re ready to help students discover their voices in a collaborative, mission-driven environment, submit your application today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $41.72 to $61.72. 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.