The Gateway School is seeking an experienced Language Therapist for the 2025-2026 school year to provide therapeutic intervention and educational instruction to students in a cognitive-linguistic framework. The Language Therapist teaches with a focus on academic language and strategy instruction in a group setting according to Gateway’s integrated curriculum. Further, the Language Therapist collaborates with teachers and other professionals on how to best meet students’ language learning needs.  The position also involves conducting language screenings and other assessments and submitting progress reports. The ideal candidate is an experienced Language Therapist with a strong desire to work in a collaborative environment and a commitment to teaching students with language-based learning disabilities.  

The Gateway School offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive professional development program. Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000.  To apply, please submit in one PDF a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references that includes email and phone contact information. Please submit by email to: Posting185@gatewayschool.org and indicate position of interest in the email subject line. The Gateway School is an equal opportunity employer.

• Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology and current NYS license in Speech-Language Pathology
• ASHA CCC
• A minimum of three years of related experience, which includes experience working with school-aged children
• Independent school experience preferred
• Interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to, and experience with, diversity, equity, and/or inclusion work.

About The Gateway School

The Gateway School is a K-8, independent day school that transforms the lives of bright students with language-based learning disabilities and attention deficits. At Gateway, our students become skilled, strategic learners and confident self-advocates. Relying on direct, multisensory instruction and guided by an integrated curriculum, expert faculty teach students the language, literacy, and critical thinking skills that are the foundations for success in mainstream educational settings and beyond. Gateway believes a close relationship between the school and parents provides essential support as students grow and seek to realize their potential. In small classes and as members of a diverse and inclusive community, Gateway students experience academic and social success, recognize their strengths, and are empowered to become independent learners.

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