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Speech and Language Pathologist (Leave Cover)

Stephen Gaynor School, New York, NY, United States


Job Overview
We seek a dynamic, flexible, and innovative Speech‑Language Pathologist to work with children across our early childhood program through Middle School. This is a 6‑month leave‑cover position starting August 24, 2026.

Speech Language Pathologists work directly with classroom teachers and other specialists to develop and implement language goals in a collaborative, push‑in/pull‑out model. Treatment goals include receptive and expressive language, executive functioning, and pragmatic skills. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of 14 Speech and Language Pathologists.

Essential Functions

Delivers language therapy using a variety of therapeutic models (e.g., push‑in, pull‑out, whole group)

Develops and implements treatment plans based on clinical observations, standardized tests, and neuropsychological evaluations

Collaborates with and provides consultation to teachers and specialists in the area of speech and language

Provides regular and ongoing individualized and/or small group speech and language instruction and support

Participates actively as a member of the school's interdisciplinary team

Writes comprehensive progress reports regarding student progress

Conducts conferences with parents/guardians three times a year and as necessary

Attends full faculty and staff meetings, as well as other required meetings, including division/cluster meetings

Is willing to commit to anti‑bias and anti‑racism work and to promoting inclusion, belonging, and equity through work in the classroom and school community

Ensures a commitment to the school’s DEI mission and goals by participating in continuous professional development for learning differences, anti‑racism, and anti‑bias of all kinds

Is an active member of the Gaynor community

Other duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate

Application Information
Applicants are required to submit a resume, cover letter, and contact details for at least two individuals who can supply reference letters upon appointment. Please apply online at Employment Opportunities.

Stephen Gaynor School offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive professional development program.

Qualifications & Skills

Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology

Register and licensed by the State of New York

Minimum of two years of experience within a school setting with elementary or middle school‑age students

Comfortable and adept at speaking with children, parents, and teachers

Experience working with children with learning differences (preferred)

Independent or special education school teaching experience (preferred)

Knowledge of the cognitive, linguistic, and developmental needs of language‑learning disabled students

Strong communication (both written and verbal), organizational, and collaboration skills with a kind and supportive demeanor

Ability to be flexible to adjust to classroom instruction while ensuring the needs of all learners are met

Manages time to maximize student learning with the ability to multitask

Excellent interpersonal skills

Sets a respectful, collaborative, and positive tone, both inside and outside of the classroom and recognizes responsibility to create a diverse and inclusive environment that supports and celebrates each individual in the school community

Proficient in Google Workspace (Drive, Docs & Sheets) and Microsoft Office

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Stephen Gaynor School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Gaynor is committed to building a culturally diverse and anti‑racist workforce. We provide opportunities for employment without discrimination or harassment on the basis of (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the “Protected Characteristics”).

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