• UPK Speech Teacher-Anticipated

    Longwood Central School District (Middle Island, NY)


    Anticipated

     

    (2) Speech Teachers (2025/2026) Districtwide Universal Pre-Kindergarten Program

     

    Valid NYS Certification in Speech and Language Disabilities or TSHH/TSLD required

     

    Speech Teachers will provide services exclusively to Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) students enrolled in both in-district UPK classrooms and community-based organizations (CBOs). These educators will play a vital role in fostering early language development, supporting communication readiness, and addressing speech and language delays during a critical period of learning.

     

    The selected candidates will work collaboratively with the UPK Liaison, classroom teachers, CBO partners, and families to ensure equitable access to speech-language services aligned with NYS Early Learning Standards.

     

    In addition to individualized and small-group support, Speech Teachers will deliver Tier 1, whole-group speech and language lessons weekly to Universal Pre-Kindergarten classes, with a focus on oral language development, phonemic awareness, and articulation. These classroom-based lessons will reinforce foundational communication skills for all students in an inclusive and developmentally appropriate manner.

    Successful candidates will:

    + Demonstrate strong foundational knowledge of early childhood speech and language development

    + Conduct screenings, evaluations, and deliver individualized or small-group therapy to support students’ communication needs

    + Collaborate with the UPK Liaison to align service delivery across multiple UPK sites, ensuring continuity and equity

    + Provide consultation and coaching to UPK classroom staff to support language-rich environments

    + Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to data collection for program reporting

    + Display cultural responsiveness and effective family communication practices

    + Have experience working with preschool-aged children, preferably in diverse or inclusive settings

    + Exhibit flexibility, organization, and the ability to travel between district and community sites as needed

     

    Salary: Contractual An equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce.

     

    Position Start Date:07/31/2025

     

    Application Deadline:07/31/2025

     

    Job Number: 2526 LCSD 15