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Rebecca School
New York, New York

Temporary Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Speech-Language PathologistContract

Listed compensation

$73k-$85k

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Job Description

At Rebecca School, we support students ages 3–21 with neurodevelopmental delays through the DIRFloortime® model. Guided by values of respect, relationships, and emotional growth, we help students connect and thrive. Join us and make a lasting difference in their lives.

As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Rebecca School, you will support students with special needs to find their voices and reach their full potential. You’ll create a positive, collaborative environment focused on helping each child communicate and connect in meaningful ways.

There are two temporary positions covering maternity leave. One position is expected to run from October 2026 through February 2027, and the second is expected to run from January through May 2027.

What You'll Need

  • Master’s degree in speech-language pathology or related field
  • Valid New York State license and certification in speech-language pathology
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills for collaboration and reporting
  • Ability to work well with students, staff, parents, and the public
  • Knowledge of, or willingness to be trained in, the DIR model and its application to instruction

What You'll Do

  • Administer pediatric speech assessments to determine students’ language, articulation, and feeding needs
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and goals to enhance communication and learning

Provide individual and group therapy sessions, maintain progress records, and deliver written assessments and reports

Collaborate with team members, participate in meetings, and provide education on speech strategies and the DIR model

  • Support daily school needs including classroom coverage, bussing, and maintaining student safety
  • Why You’ll Love Working Here
  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

Rebecca School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will administer pediatric speech assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to support students with neurodevelopmental delays. They will also provide therapy sessions, maintain progress records, and collaborate with the school team to implement the DIRFloortime model.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in speech-language pathology or a related field and possess a valid New York State license and certification. Effective communication skills and a willingness to be trained in the DIR model are also required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Treatment planningIndividual therapyCommunication strategiesArticulation therapyFeeding therapySpecial needs supportClassroom management

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 95% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$79k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $73k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$876k
Typical market rent
$4,154/mo
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Rebecca School

Primary and Secondary Education
New York, NY
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Paid time off and extra paid school breaks
Paid holidays
Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
Tuition reimbursement
Career development programs and leadership training
401(k) retirement savings with 4% company match and immediate vesting
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program