Speech-Language Pathologist (3 days per week)

Avenues•New York, NY

About The Position

Avenues is seeking a Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (3 days per week) to join our Student Success Team (SST). In this unique role, the Speech-Language Pathologist partners with teachers, families, and SST colleagues to support students’ communication development through observation, screening, classroom-based strategies, and early intervention within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. This position focuses primarily on consultation, screening, and classroom-based support rather than maintaining a traditional therapy caseload. The Speech-Language Pathologist plays an important role in helping teachers create communication-supportive classrooms and in identifying students who may benefit from additional support. This position is scheduled for three days per week.

Requirements

Wide range of knowledge with more than 5 years of experience with preschool and school-aged children.
Understanding of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to address speech and language needs, including articulation, voice, fluency and receptive/expressive language in the classroom.
Commitment to supporting students’ wellbeing and inclusive learning environments.
Highly effective collaborator, eager to listen deeply, contribute to a team and achieve goals together.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
Very resourceful and adaptive, eager to embrace constant change, growth and learning.
Current NYS licensure and ASHA certification.

Responsibilities

Conduct classroom observations and informal screenings to better understand students’ communication skills.
Share findings and practical recommendations with teachers and caregivers.
Identify classroom and home strategies that support communication development and monitor student progress.
Participate in regular student-focused meetings to discuss student needs and plan supports.
Work in partnership with other members of the Student Success Team, classroom teachers, and divisional leadership to ensure that each student's academic skills are progressing.
When needed, offer referrals for targeted services as well as liaise with outside providers.
Collaborate with teachers and members of SST to provide TIER 1 interventions within the classroom.