Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Preschool

Family of Kidz • Farmingdale, NY

9d • $75 - $130 • Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to support children and families in a preschool setting in Farmingdale, New York. The position is listed as fee-for-service, with the possibility of a full-time or fee-for-service arrangement depending on the current caseload; the arrangement may vary and will be discussed during the interview. The schedule is flexible, with work during and/or after school. Compensation is $75–$130 per hour, with rates determined by the service provided and the professional experience, licenses, and certifications held.

The clinician designs and provides individual and/or group therapeutic interventions, evaluates children’s speech and language abilities, develops functional goals, and monitors progress toward IFSP/IEP goals. The role includes coordination with families, school personnel, supervisors, coordinators, and other professionals, as well as accurate documentation, attendance, and billing records. Evaluation work may take place in clinic, home, and/or preschool settings.

Requirements

• NYS Speech Language Pathologist licensure.
• AHSA Certification (CCC-SLP).
• NYSED TSSLD/TSHH Certification.
• At least one year of experience working in a setting focused on supporting children and their families.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with various professionals.
• Self-starter with independent problem-solving ability.
• Excellent time-management and organizational skills and attention to detail.
• High integrity, empathy, and consideration.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt when necessary.
• Ability to work as a team player and commitment to ongoing personal development.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for an assigned caseload.
• Administer speech and language evaluations and prepare evaluation reports.
• Communicate with lead supervisors and coordinators regarding case management.
• Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
• Create and maintain a schedule with assigned families and school personnel.
• Collect data on each IFSP/IEP goal and report progress quarterly.
• Provide input at, and attend or teleconference, initial CPSE meetings and/or annual reviews.
• Perform comprehensive evaluations in clinic, home, and/or preschool settings.
• Write detailed speech and language evaluation reports describing children's abilities and areas of difficulty.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, and the evaluation team.
• Develop appropriate functional goals using IEP direct.

Benefits

• Full-time employees: 25–28 days of paid time off.
• Full-time employees: 12 holidays, including winter break from December 25 to January 1.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Referral Program.
• Professional Development Assistance.
• Pet insurance.
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Team-building events.
• Incentive Program.
• Part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week: medical, dental, vision, FSA, and pet insurance.
• Paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed