Temporary Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Listed compensation
$73k-$85k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
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
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 15% are remote, 35% have no call, 53% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $73k–$85k | Speech-Language Pathology median $98k (middle half $70k–$98k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$73k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathology listings in New York | 295 active | 6,925 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 15% remote · 35% no call · 53% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $6k) · 4% offer loan repayment311 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Speech-Language Pathology listings | 2,555 in the last 30 days | 1,393 the 30 days before (+83%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Speech-Language Pathology pay trend | +2.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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