Job description

Speech Therapist / $55 HR/Clinical fellow up to $45 HR and recent graduate considered/ Immediate employment

New York NY 10032

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing speech and language skills to improve the personal, social and academic development of students.
• Provide direction instruction to students in both in and out of the classroom around learning strategies and skills development in areas of socially reasonable language skills, comprehension and communication.
• Identify appropriate assessment tools and evaluate students with respect to their social and developmental needs
• Work with students in the classroom in support of the teacher’s lessons by providing one-on-one reinforcement and support.
• Work one-on-one with students to reinforce learning and teaching of academic strategies
• Serve as a positive, nurturing guide for students
• Model professional standards when dealing with students, staff, and community, following and upholding school rules and standards
• Participate in planning sessions with the team and in professional development
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students and staff to enhance the instructional environment.

Experience and Philosophy

• Master’s degree or equivalent education in speech-language pathology
• New York State Speech-Language Pathologist License; New York State Education Department certification
• Passionate, dedicated, and understanding of Winston Prep/Winston Transitions' mission of true individualization
• Strong work ethic, professional demeanor, and dedication to the school philosophy
• Self-reflective and motivated to grow as a professional
• Creative thinker and problem solver
• Energetic and positive attitude
• Willingness to be a team player and contribute to the continued development of the program
• Flexible and show initiative to create workplace tasks and routine
• Strong communication and writing skills