We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to support students in the Poughkeepsie School District on an as-needed basis beginning in the Fall 2025 school year. The SLP will work with school-aged children to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and communication disorders, helping them achieve their academic and social potential.
This is a great opportunity for clinicians looking for flexible school-based work with a supportive team and meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct speech and language evaluations for students referred for services.
- Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) with measurable speech/language goals.
- Provide direct therapy to students in accordance with IEP mandates.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to support communication development in the educational setting.
- Provide early intervention and language development support as needed.
- Maintain detailed documentation of services, progress reports, and compliance logs.
- Participate in IEP meetings and team discussions as required.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Valid New York State SLP license and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.
- New York State Education Department (NYSED) Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) certification.
- Experience working with school-aged children in a school setting is strongly preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with IEPs and school-based documentation requirements.
Benefits (for eligible roles)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid paperwork
- Flexible scheduling
- Continuing education credits
- Referral program
Schedule
- Monday to Friday (as-needed basis)
- School-day hours
Pay Rates:
- $110/ per hour – individual and group therapy (1 hour mandate)
- $70/ per hour – Individual and group Speech Therapy Session (30 mins mandate)
- $65/hour – Paperwork (writing session notes, reports, evaluation reports)
- $650 (Flat Rate) – Monolingual Comprehensive evaluation (including paperwork)
- $800 (Flat Rate) – Bilingual Comprehensive evaluation (including paperwork)
Join us in making a difference—supporting students through meaningful, effective communication therapy in a collaborative school environment.