Speech Therapist, NEC

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays & leave time

NYS retirement

Health & dental insurance

Job summary

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES in Newark, NY is seeking a 2.5 FTE Speech Therapist to support students at the Newark Education Center. Salary ranges from $52,341 to $61,805 based on experience and abilities, with start date of September 1, 2026.

The role involves direct work with diverse student populations, including those with autism and emotional/developmental disabilities. Candidates must have NYS Speech Therapist Certification; licensure is preferred.

Qualifications

• NYS Speech Therapist Certification required.
• NYS Speech-Language Pathologist license preferred.
• Preference for experience with students with autism or emotional/developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized instruction to students with emotional and learning disabilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues and provide resources to meet student learning needs.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents.
• Record and report student progress.

Skills

Speech therapy

Collaboration

Communication

Education

NYS Speech Therapist Certification

NYS Speech-Language Pathologist license (preferred)

Job description

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

$52,341 - $61,805

Application Deadline

10/14/2026

Position Title

Speech Therapist, NEC

Job Description

Position: 2.5 FTE Speech Therapist

Location: Newark Education Center (NEC), Newark, NY 14513

Salary Range: $52,341 -$61,805, based on experience and demonstrated abilities.

Start Date: September 01, 2026

Depending on location, this position may involve direct work with students with autism, emotional and/or developmental disabilities which may include, but are not limited to, oppositional and aggressive behaviors; mood disorders; and potentially severe and unpredictable physical and/or verbal outbursts.

Speech Therapists are expected to:

• Have ability to work with a diverse population of students.
• Provide students with a safe, orderly environment that is conducive to teaching and learning.
• Provide specialized instruction to students with emotional and learning disabilities.
• Collaborate with colleagues and provide resources to meet student learning needs.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents.
• Record and report student progress.

Benefits

• Benefits include paid holidays & leave time, NYS retirement, and health & dental insurance.

Qualifications

NYS Speech Therapist Certification is required. NYS Speech-Language Pathologist license is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience working with students with autism, emotional and/or developmental disabilities.

Candidates should possess a broad skill set of effective teaching and learning to engage learners of all levels including, but not limited to:

• Knowledge of the NYS Learning Standards and Assessments.
• Knowledge of curriculum content and accepted methods of instruction.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Promoting equity and culturally responsive practices to create inclusive environments.

Job responsibility may require individual to do one and two person lifts and/or physical interventions on a daily basis with students weighing 50-200 pounds. Position requires the successful completion of all elements of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training. Initial and refresher TCI Trainings are provided by W-FL BOCES.

If you have questions, please contact Debra Luna 315-332-7289 or [e-mail]

Job Category

Student Support & Related Services

Job Location

Newark Education Center (NEC)