Instructor (Speech), Box BAT-505/00131

Duties Description

The New York State Education Department’s Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for an Instructor position in the New York State School for the Blind. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Administer and interpret standardized speech/language assessments;
• Write speech-language reports/generate recommendations;
• Ensure an appropriate IEP is established and all mandates fulfilled;
• Deliver speech-language services addressing receptive/expressive communication, feeding/swallowing disorders, augmentative/alternative communication, assistive technology, voice/fluency, and/or articulation/phonology and conduct activities for students to enhance development of speech/language skills in areas of need;
• Collect and record data measuring student progress;
• Establish a weekly schedule ensuring that all speech-language caseload mandates are met;
• Assist in Home-Residential-Health Center-School communication and program consistency;
• Perform other Behavioral and Health and Safety Standards as defined in the employee handbook; and
• Perform any other duties as requested by supervisor.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must hold New York State Certification in Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH), Speech and Language Disabilities or New York State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Special consideration will be given to candidates with a NYS licensure in Speech Pathology.

Additional Comments

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a permanent, 10-month position. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and/or transcripts and New York State teaching certification in Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH), Speech and Language Disabilities or New York State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. Candidates are required to possess New York State teaching certification Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH), Speech and Language Disabilities or New York State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Continued employment as an Instructor (Speech) is dependent upon maintaining New York State teaching certification in Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH), Speech and Language Disabilities or New York State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist. Failure to maintain a New York State teaching certification in Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH), Speech and Language Disabilities or New York State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist will result in removal from employment. The work schedule for this position will be 7:30 am – 3:00 pm, Monday thru Friday.

• Leads to a maximum salary of $77,510 - $98,827 through annual performance advances.
  
  

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by March 12, 2025 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (BAT-505/00131) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.

New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.

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• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20 days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
  
  

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
  
  

Additional Benefits

• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.