Speech-Language Pathologist - Pine Plains

andersoncenterforautism; Town of Pine Plains (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

403(b) retirement plan with employer |

Comprehensive medical, dental, and/ or

Job summary

Anderson Center for Autism seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to support preschool students. You will conduct evaluations, deliver individual and group therapy, and prepare reports and IEP goals. You will collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to optimize communication skills and AAC supports.

This role emphasizes autonomy within a multidisciplinary setting, professional development, and a strong commitment to quality of life and boundaries. A sign‑on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Communication Disorders required.
• New York State certification as a Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) required.
• New York State licensure and certification maintained throughout employment.
• CFY supervision and mentorship available to support successful completion.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support student outcomes.
• Conduct speech and language evaluations using standardized tools and provide individual and group therapy.
• Prepare written evaluation reports, IEP goals, objectives, and progress notes.
• Address functional communication, speech and language development, and AAC needs.
• Integrate therapy goals into classroom routines and preschool programming.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to treatment planning.
• Provide guidance on communication strategies to team members.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Empathy

Patience

Education

Master’s Degree in Communication Disorders

TSSLD certification (New York State)

New York State licensure

CFY supervision encouraged

Job description

Are you a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist who believes that young children can meet their fullest potential when they feel seen, heard, valued, and understood?

Have you been searching for the right workplace in which to build your long‑term career, where your skills will help autistic and neurodivergent students express themselves - and you, too, can shine?

As a Speech-Language Pathologist for our preschool‑aged students, you will do more than provide comprehensive speech and language assessment, therapeutic intervention, and consultation services. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team to propel children toward a successful journey ahead - building their feelings of self‑worth as they discover how to best express their ideas, needs, and wishes.

Although a valued member of the interdisciplinary team, our clinicians are afforded a strong degree of professional autonomy, with decision‑making guided by best practices, evidence‑based interventions, and the best interests of students. We’ll provide you with therapy resources and supports, including assessment materials, AAC supports, assistive technology, curriculum resources, and professional development as needed.

This is a chance to do purpose‑driven work for an organization that aligns with the values which probably inspired you to enter this profession in the first place. Here, you can turn your compassion into action and make a profoundly meaningful impact.

And as part of our team at Anderson, you will also have the chance to flourish - both in and out of the workplace. Ours is an agency that prioritizes a work‑life balance, with limited expectations outside of normal work hours, and an ongoing effort made to protect your personal time. In addition, robust benefits, generous time off, retirement plans with employer contributions, and career advancement pathways await; many come to Anderson for an opportunity and stay for decades!

Now Offering a $7,500 Sign‑On/Retention Bonus!

Eligible Preschool Speech‑Language Pathologist hired into this position may receive a $7,500 sign‑on/retention bonus, paid as follows:

• $2,500 after 6 months of employment
• $2,500 after 12 months of employment
• $2,500 after 18 months of employment

What You Will Do as a Speech Language Pathologist:

• You will be a valued member of an interdisciplinary team, collaborating closely with teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, leadership, and other related service professionals to support student outcomes.
• You will create an engaging, motivational, structured experience for students as you conduct speech and language evaluations using standardized and/or criterion‑referenced tools, and as you deliver individual and group speech‑language therapy services.
• You will prepare written evaluation reports, summaries, IEP goals, objectives, and progress documentation.
• You will address functional communication, speech and language development, oral‑motor skills, and AAC needs.
• You will integrate therapy goals into classroom routines and preschool programming.
• You will participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to treatment planning.
• You will provide consultation and guidance to team members regarding communication strategies and supports.
• You will review and upload therapy prescriptions/scripts to the CPSE portal.
• You will coordinate service start dates, manage therapy schedules, monitor productivity, and arrange make‑up sessions.
• You will report missed sessions to school districts in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• You will compile related service discipline reports for annual and regulatory reporting.
• You will provide oversight and support to related service providers in the preschool setting.
• You will maintain accurate records and comply with all licensure, certification, and regulatory requirements.
• You will communicate progress updates with parents and guardians, celebrating strengths, breakthroughs, and milestones while sharing strategies to help navigate challenges.
• You will help create a culture of unconditional positive regard that maximizes strengths while effectively navigating challenges, and ultimately do what you can to optimize student success and self‑confidence.

What You Can Bring to the Team:

• Dependability, compassion, integrity, patience, adaptability, perseverance, and a genuine belief that students deserve the opportunity to feel seen, heard, valued, and understood.
• Strong communication, organizational, collaborative, interpersonal, teaching, and problem‑solving skills.
• Deep understanding of autism, developmental disabilities, and how to navigate complex communication needs and sensory sensitivities.
• Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary, early childhood environment, and to build connected, trusted relationships with children and their families.
• Alignment with our mission and values.

Additional Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Communication Disorders or related field.
• Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidates are encouraged to apply; supervision and mentorship are available to support successful completion of the fellowship.
• New York State certification as a Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) or Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped.
• Current New York State licensure and certification maintained throughout employment.
• Complete agency orientation and training.
• Fulfill all mandated reporting requirements, ensure compliance with agency policies, and adhere to organizational protocols.

Anderson’s QUALITY OF LIFE Expectation:

To actively support Anderson’s mission by promoting and enhancing the quality of life (QofL) of the individuals we serve through thoughtful, comprehensive, and person‑centered practices.

A Benefits Package Designed to Optimize YOUR Quality of Life Too:

• Follows Academic Calendar with paid time off and recess days (Winter & Spring Break, school holidays, etc.)
• Flexible Schedule
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and annual contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Wellness program
• Ongoing professional development
• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Availability of Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) supervision/support

And much, much more!

To get a better understanding of the benefits that will be available to you, visit andersoncenterforautism.org/benefit.

Pay Range: $69,881.03 - $71,656.41 Annual Salary; Based on certifications Plus, a $7,500 Sign‑On/Retention Bonus for eligible Preschool Speech‑Language Pathologists ($2,500 at 6 months, 12 months and 18 months).

This position description in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties to be performed by the person filling this position. The person in the position may be required to perform other duties as necessitated by the situation or requested by his/her supervisor.

Our organization is committed to providing a diverse workforce by ensuring that discrimination barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes a person in one of these protected groups. Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE