Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist
Listed compensation
$50-$75/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Speech and Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
Mighty Minds and Muscles Therapy & Coaching Services is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist to join a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and special education teachers at our Lower Manhattan office and as an in clinic and in school provider. This is a gym where teamwork, collaboration, and interdisciplinary mentorship is valued.
Our clinic is a neurodiverse-affirming environment, and experience with ADHD and ASD is highly valued. During mentorship, you will learn sensory techniques and strategies.
Our clientele also includes individuals with needs in oral motor and myofunctional development, language development, social skills, feeding, executive functioning, and articulation.
As part of our team, you will work directly under the director of our speech therapy division but you will be working side-by-side with our occupational therapists in our sensory gym setting. An extensive collection of therapy supplies, games and equipment will be at your fingertips.
The Position
This role includes three days a week in a school alongside one of our OTs and the opportunity for after school sessions in our clinic in Tribeca.
Requirements
A minimum of 3+ years of experience is preferred, but the right fit is essential, and candidates with less experience, including CFs, will be considered.
- Previous experience in pediatrics.
- A valid NY Speech-Language Pathology License and professional liability insurance. (CCCs preferred but not necessary for consideration.)
- NYC DOE fingerprinting and clearance required prior to the start date.
- Experience working with ADHD and ASD is a plus.
- Specialty certifications and a non-traditional approach are highly preferred.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance potential
- Referral program
- Mentorship Program
Expectations
- Self-motivated, self-disciplined, creative and confident working independently.
- Be willing to work in a small, personable setting with an abundance of resources.
- Confident, good at communicating, and creative.
- Be willing to invest in themselves through mentorship and continuing education.
Compensation
Pay: 1099 contractor to start with pay range $50 - $75/hr (with CCCs) and is dependent on experience, contracts/locations you are willing to take and your performance. Any additional clients brought into the center will be rewarded.
About Us
Mighty Minds and Muscles Therapy & Coaching Services is in Lower Manhattan. We provide a collaborative, rewarding, and energetic work environment. Our goal is to provide you with mentorship, knowledge, growth, and tons of learning opportunities to support you in becoming an expert SLP. Oh and children to fill your day!
- Our work environment includes
- Growth opportunities
- On-the-job mentorship programs
- Program development
Send your resume and let's talk about the possibilities!
Key Responsibilities
Provide speech and language therapy services to pediatric clients in both school and clinic settings. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including occupational therapists to implement sensory and developmental strategies.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 48% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.9 / 10 · top 5% in pediatrics (speech-language pathology) | ranked against 616 Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $104k–$156k | Pediatrics median $99k (middle half $88k–$99k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$120k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in New York | 12 active | 629 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 8% remote · 48% no call · 57% 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 repayment309 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,151 in the last 30 days | 751 the 30 days before (+53%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pediatrics pay trend | +1.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Mighty Minds and Muscles | silver tier, 81/100 | Top Employers work-life index4 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist at Mighty Minds and Muscles a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) — ranked against 616 active Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings on WeekdayDoc.
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