School Speech Therapist
BLOCK INSTITUTENew York, New York, United States
Posted January 21, 2026
80000 - 85000
Full Time
About the Company
Block Institute, founded in 1962 in Brooklyn, New York, is a non‑profit agency dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. The organization offers a comprehensive suite of services, including preschool and school‑age special education, day habilitation, day treatment, vocational services, and residential care, all tailored to promote independence, productivity, and community inclusion. With a longstanding commitment to dignity, personal well‑being, and health, Block Institute fosters family‑like environments that empower clients to achieve greater autonomy. Its deep experience, community‑focused approach, and holistic service model distinguish it as a leader in disability support and advocacy.
Job Description
Responsible to evaluate the speech and language status of the students with speech and language disabilities and prescribe and implement programs of therapeutic benefit to a caseload of students.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology
- NYS Licensure; Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology; NYS Certification as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Impaired or Speech- Language Disorder
- Experience with Developmentally Disabled
- Pediatric population preferred
Benefits
- Competitive Salary Offered
- Educational staff are part of a union under the United Federation of Teachers (UFT)
- Paid sick time
- Life Insurance
- School Calendar with 6 weeks summer program
- Professional Development
- Medical and Dental benefits available
- Voluntary benefits such as critical care, disability, and additional life insurance are also available
- Onsite parking
- 403 (b) retirement account
- Commuter Benefits Plan
