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Looking for a flexible, part time teaching job? Buffalo Hearing & Speech is seeking Fee for Service Special Education Itinerant Teachers (SEIT). We are looking for SEITS in all areas of Western New York including Southtowns, Northtowns, and Niagara County. Create your own schedule - choose when and how many cases you will see! Our SEITs are paid on a per completed session basis: * CPSE (preschool) SEIT 60 minute sessions at $46/session * Early Intervention basic 30 minute sessions at $39.50/session Benefits include accrued paid time off and the potential to qualify for health insurance depending on hours. Job Summary: The Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) works as a member of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for designing and implementing individual lessons to meet the student's IFSP or IEP goals. The special education itinerant teacher will work with the student at a Pre-K (or UPK), a Head Start, a daycare, or in the home. Services will occur either in the classroom or out of the classroom depending upon the requirement of the IEP. Essential Functions: * Evaluates each child in each area of skill development using formal and informal measures upon entrance into program and provides updates on a quarterly basis. * Responsible for lessons involving readiness skill development and modeling appropriate speech and language skills during sessions * Involvement in the design and implementation of goals toward development of age appropriate skills for each child as indicated on their IFSP or IEP. * Assists and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, including the child's regular education teacher, in the implementation and carryover of individual therapy goals. Provides ongoing information to the multidisciplinary team regarding specific teaching and/or behavior management strategies. * Assists the child within the classroom or home environment to encourage compliance with expectations. * Will gather information on a monthly basis from each of the child's provider(s) for service coordination log. * Responsible with other team members for children's supervision and safety. * Maintains contact with the parent or guardian regarding their child's progress on a regular basis. * Attends IFSP or CPSE meetings when necessary. * Accurately completes and submits required paperwork Skills: * Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing * Special Education Teacher behavioral competencies * Ability to learn on the job and change quickly as situations require Minimum Degree Required: Degree from an accredited university or college in special education teaching Required License/ Registration/ Certification: New York State teaching certification in Students with Disabilities Birth - Grade 2 or Permanent New York State Special Education teaching certification Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

* 3 hour evaluation - $140 Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a Fee for Service School Psychologist to complete CPSE evaluations on an as needed basis. Job Summary: The purpose of a School Psychologist is to serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary evaluation team to conduct comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations using various assessments to identify students' cognitive, social, and emotional needs. The school psychologist also completes a social history as part of initial evaluation process for the committee on preschool special education. Essential Functions: Conduct evaluations: Administer a variety of formal and informal assessments, including standardized tests and behavioral observations, to evaluate students' academic, social, and emotional skills. Write reports: Prepare comprehensive written reports summarizing evaluation findings, including eligibility recommendations. Participate in teams: Serve as a member of multi-disciplinary evaluation team to contribute to the development of educational plans and strategies. Consult and collaborate: Work with teachers, parents, and other professionals to discuss evaluation results, and develop plans to ensure students' needs are met in the school setting. Skills: Knowledge of special education laws and regulations (e.g., IDEA). Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, parents, and students. Experience with various assessment tools and evaluation techniques. Ability to write clear and concise evaluation reports. Excellent organizational and time-management skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Education: Minimum Degree Required: Master's Degree in School Psychology Experience: Minimum Experience Required: 2 Years' experience Required License/Registration/ Certification: NYS Certified/ Licensed School Psychology Physical Requirements : ☒Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. ☐Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. ☐Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a full time or part time Audiologist to join our team! A flexible, part time position is available at our Amherst clinic. Full time hours are also available starting at 32.5 hours a week, but may include travel to another BHSC clinic. The BHSC Audiology clinic is a medically-minded, pediatrics heavy practice. The Audiologist is responsible for evaluating a full range of diagnostics including newborn hearing screening follow up. BHSC provides a generous PTO package and flexible scheduling. Employment with BHSC also counts towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program! Job Summary: The Audiologist evaluates an individual's hearing to determine if a hearing impairment exists, and if so, the nature and extent of the impairment. Non-medical rehabilitation of an individual's hearing impairment is also provided by an audiologist through hearing aid evaluation and selection, speech reading training and auditory training. Prevention of hearing impairment is provided by an audiologist through hearing conservation. Essential Functions: * Interviews patients to obtain history information related to hearing problems and to functional communication * Administers audiology procedures (hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, etc.) utilizing professional judgment in the selection of an appropriate test battery * Formulates and administers a treatment plan, which may include aural rehabilitation * Counsels and instructs the patient regarding evaluation results and treatment * Writes reports and maintains patient records * Participates in staff meetings arranged by the Supervisor of Audiology or the Director of Clinical Services. * Represents Buffalo Hearing and Speech Center in the community at invited events such as health fairs, open houses, senior citizen center activities and nursing home activities, etc. * Participates in the Center's Quality Assurance Program * Any other duty as requested by you supervisor Skills: * Experience with sophisticated testing equipment, accurate administration of testing procedures, appropriate interpretation of test results, able to generate a treatment plan based on the findings and patient counseling and instruction. * Thorough knowledge of the auditory system and its disorders, audio logical procedures, techniques and management * Excellent interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining patient relationships * Adherence to the Code of Ethics established by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association * Sound judgment Minimum Degree Required: Degree from accredited university in Audiology Required License/ Registration/ Certification: * New York State License in Audiology * New York State License in Hearing Aid Dispensing Physical Requirements: * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech has openings for classroom aides in preschool and school-age (K-2) special education classrooms at our North Street, Sweet Home, and Cheektowaga sites. Our classroom aides work during the school year and also work a 6 week summer program in July & August. Enjoy paid school breaks, snow days, and the opportunity to positively impact a child's life! Job Summary: The Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting with the management of the children and classroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforcing educational goals, attending to the individual needs of the children, and following busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures. Skills: * Drive and Energy * Sensitivity * Ability to obtain and maintain CPI Certification * Good Judgement * Computer Skills * Ability to work well with children and understand their needs * Ability to work well with others, including staff and families Education: Minimum Degree Required: High school diploma/ GED Experience: Minimum Experience Required: Experience working with children, or in a classroom setting and/or working with children/adults with developmental delays/disabilities Required License/ Registration/ Certification: Incumbent will need to obtain and maintain CPI Certification Physical Requirements : ☒Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, sprinting, crawling, and running. ☒Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. ☒Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

This posting is for PT students who have arranged for a fieldwork placement through their school with Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center. Please do not apply if you do not have a placement already set up. Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in an occupational therapy program.

This posting is for college students who have arranged for volunteer observation hours through their school with Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center. Please do not apply if you do not have hours already set up. For students looking to observe, shadow, intern, or volunteer with a therapist or in a program at BHSC, please contact HR at ******************.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a full time School Social Worker at our Sweet Home location in Amherst, Early Childhood Special Education Program. This is year-round position which includes paid school breaks. The Social Worker serves as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to provide behavioral and clinical direction, support, and treatment to preschool students with special needs, social and emotional concerns. Essential Functions: Display competence as a Social Worker, adhering to legal and agency guideline. Serve as an advocate to children/clients, providing counseling/support and delivering advice. Providing guidance to children/clients emotionally, socially, educationally, etc. Facilitating social skills groups for children/clients. Deliver on-going assessments and/or treatment to children, communicating with necessary staff and documenting assessments appropriately. a. Collaborate with other team members or those individuals designated by the agency and/or contract (e.g. family members, teachers, speech-language pathologists, consumers, etc.) to facilitate comprehensive treatment. b. Communicating with families on an on-going basis on prognosis. Provide family support, serving as a communication and counseling resource for families. Complete paperwork on newly enrolled children. Respond to crisis situations, ensuring each situation is handled appropriately in terms of reporting and documentation. Communicating such events to other staff, families, supervisors as appropriate. Assist supervisors and staff when reporting child abuse, neglect and related issues. Ensure appropriate paperwork is documented and reports are seen to completion. Ensure supervisors are aware of reports when staff communicate with social worker. Assists with staff and supervisors when making phone calls to CPS and documentation, as needed. Helps staff/supervisors understand the reporting process and documentation, serving as a knowledgeable resource in the field. Maintain licensure and staying abreast of best practices in the field Attend and provide necessary training and in-service. Participate in mandatory all-staff in-service. Attend all team meetings, as assigned by the designated program. Provide annual “Mandated Reporter” training, ensuring all staff understand the definition of mandated reporter and have knowledge of identifying child abuse. Requirements: • Experience-1-2 years working with preschool children with social-emotional and behavioral concerns and delays • Excellent knowledge of early childhood development, sound understanding of the DSM 5 and disorders of early childhood • Ability to physically handle acting out children and provide therapeutic physical interventions • Strong team leadership, organization, and communication skills. • Knowledge of CPS, community services, and basic understanding of local neighborhoods, cultures, and demographics. Skills: The ability to identify with or vicariously experience another person's situation Maintain the capacity to set boundaries and accept the limits of what can be accomplished during a specified period of time The ability to listen carefully, ask pertinent questions and retain verbally transmitted information is vital to the counseling aspect of social work The ability to coordinate communication and action among multiple parties, in connecting clients with services Education: Graduate degree from accredited university/college in Social Work Required License/ Registration/ Certification: New York State LMSW or LCSW NYS School Social Worker certification Physical Requirements: Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech center is currently seeking day to day Substitute Teachers for our special education classrooms. Candidates must have availability during the school day (7:45am - 2:45pm) one or more days a week. Substitute opportunities are available in the below BHSC school locations: * Amherst (Sweet Home Road) * Cheektowaga (Rosewood Terrace) * Lockport (High Street) * Buffalo (North Street - Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus) Job Summary: Responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis and implementation of appropriate treatment program designed to habilitate or rehabilitate in the areas of pre-academics/academics, social emotional development, behavior as well as fine and gross motor skills. Substitute Teachers will be expected to do these responsibilities to the best of their capabilities under the directions of the ECP supervisors and classroom staff on an "as needed" basis. Essential Functions: * Responsible for implementing site specific curriculum and plans classroom environment to encourage learning, independence and generalization of skills * Responsible for modeling appropriate speech and language * Attends appropriate meetings when necessary * Assists and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team for the program design and implementation, the carryover of individual therapy goals to the classroom (e.g., speech, OT, PT, etc.), using specific teaching and/or behavior management strategies * Maintains contact with the parent or guardian regarding their child's progress within the classroom * Responsible, with other team members, for children's supervision and safety * Meets with and shares information regarding educational strategies, techniques, and philosophies with classroom aides and/or personal / 1:1 aides * Submits highest quality written reports in a timely manner in accordance with compliance standards including, but not limited to, evaluation reports, treatment plans, log notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries as required by site or assignment. * Make appropriate referrals as needed in order to affect positive therapeutic results. * Any other duty as requested by you supervisor Skills: * Professional Direct Care behavioral competencies * Ability to communicate verbally and in writing * Ability to learn on the job and change quickly as situations require Education: Minimum Degree Required: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in a related field OR Minimum of a bachelor's degree AND experience working in early childhood field Minimum Experience Required: None Required License/ Registration/ Certification: Preferred: New York State Certification as a permanent Special Education Teacher or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth-2) Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a full-time or part-time Speech Language Pathologist for our Rosewood school-age (K-2) special education program in Cheektowaga. This is a year-round position that will include working our 6 week program in summers. BHSC provides a free continuing education program as well as yearly ASHA dues reimbursement for eligible full time employees. The SLP is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, and recommendation for therapeutic intervention for students (grades K-2) with communication disorders in an educational setting. In addition, responsibilities include the implementation of appropriate Speech-Language Pathology instruction designed to teach, habilitate or rehabilitate the communicatively impaired student. Essential Functions: * Imparting knowledge via the implementation of appropriate Speech-Language Pathology instruction * Display competence in the area of speech-language impairment (either licensed or under the careful direction and supervision of a licensed SLP). Determines type and severity of speech-language impairment, under careful supervision if unlicensed SLP. Determines prognosis and appropriate instruction and treatment for speech-language impairments. * Evaluation, diagnosis, and recommendation for therapeutic intervention for individuals with communication disorders. Working collaboratively with other professionals such as the classroom teacher, other SLPs, OTs, PTs, Audiologists, supervisors and other as appropriate. * Submits written reports of the evaluations, treatment and educational plans, progress reports, and discharge reports as appropriate. Maintain paperwork within legal and agency guidelines. Ensures paperwork is completed in a timely and organized fashion. * Makes appropriate referrals as needed in order to affect positive therapeutic results. * Communicates regularly with family/student. * Exhibit professional judgment, maturity, and upgrades professional knowledge through involvement in continuing education programs. Participate in the delivery of and/or attend in-service programs. Participate in formal staff training. Maintain SLP licensure and TSSLD certification. * Licensed Speech Pathologists are required to supervise CFYs and TSSLDs appropriately, ensuring legal guidelines and agency policies are precisely followed. * Any other duty as requested by your supervisor. Education Required: Master's degree from University/College of accredited speech language pathology program Required License/Registration/ Certification: * New York State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (or CFY eligible) * Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) (or CFY eligible) * Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) Initial or Profession certificate or TSHH Permanent certificate Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

* Starting Salary for Certified Teachers: $55,001.95 * Starting Salary for Non-Certified Teachers: $45,240.00 $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Do you have a passion for teaching young children? Buffalo Hearing & Speech is currently seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our team at our Sweet Home location, working with preschool children in special education classrooms. Now offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus! * $2,500 paid upon hire * $2,500 paid after 6 months of employment We welcome teacher candidates who are in the process of obtaining their Students with Disabilities, Birth-2 or All Ages certification. Tuition assistance may be available to support your certification journey. Join our supportive and collaborative team, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners every day. Buffalo Hearing & Speech utilizes the Floortime/DIR Philosophy in our classrooms and provides training on this unique approach. We also incorporate the Pyramid model and Trauma-Informed Care approach to best meet the needs of our students. Job Summary: The preschool special education teacher is responsible for designing and implementing group lessons comprised of speech, language and readiness skills to encourage development in these areas by severely speech-language impaired preschoolers. The teacher works as a member of a multidisciplinary team in developing and implementing goals for each child's Individualized Education Plan. Essential Functions: * Evaluates each child in each area of skill development using formal and informal measures upon entrance into program and provides updates on a quarterly basis, including compiling comprehensive reports regarding children's strengths and areas of need. Determine prognosis and appropriate treatment plan. Responsible for implementing site specific curriculum and plans classroom environment to encourage learning, independence and generalization of skills. Involvement in the design and implementation of goals and objectives toward development of age-appropriate skills for each child as indicated on each child's IEP. * Implement appropriate therapeutic program designed to facilitate improved cognitive, social emotional, behavioral, fine and gross motor skills * Meets with and shares information regarding educational strategies, techniques, and philosophies with classroom aides and/or personal / 1:1 aides. Responsible for facilitating weekly team meetings and classroom planning meetings (team leader) and acts as an active participant in CQI meetings, as schedule allows * Assists and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team for the program design and implementation, the carryover of individual therapy goals to the classroom (e.g., speech, OT, PT, etc.), using specific teaching and/or behavior management strategies. Responsible for modeling appropriate speech and language. Make appropriate referrals as needed in order to affect positive therapeutic results. * Maintains contact with the parent or guardian regarding their child's progress within the classroom * Responsible, with other team members, for children's supervision and safety * Attends CPSE and CSE meetings, when necessary * Submits highest quality written reports in a timely manner in accordance with compliance standards including, but not limited to, evaluation reports, treatment plans, log notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries as required by site or assignment. * Maintains patient records in accordance to compliance standards set by site or assignments Required Skills: * Special Education Teacher behavioral competencies * Ability to communicate verbally and in writing * Ability to learn on the job and change quickly as situations require Minimum Degree Required: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in special education from an accredited university or college Required License/ Registration/ Certification: New York State Certification as a permanent Special Education Teacher or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth-2 or All Ages) OR willing to obtain. Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center is seeking a full time or part time Audiologist to join our team! A flexible, part time position is available at our Amherst clinic. Full time hours are also available starting at 32.5 hours a week, but may include travel to another BHSC clinic. The BHSC Audiology clinic is a medically-minded, pediatrics heavy practice. The Audiologist is responsible for evaluating a full range of diagnostics including newborn hearing screening follow up. BHSC provides a generous PTO package and flexible scheduling. Employment with BHSC also counts towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program! Job Summary: The Audiologist evaluates an individual's hearing to determine if a hearing impairment exists, and if so, the nature and extent of the impairment. Non-medical rehabilitation of an individual's hearing impairment is also provided by an audiologist through hearing aid evaluation and selection, speech reading training and auditory training. Prevention of hearing impairment is provided by an audiologist through hearing conservation. Essential Functions: Interviews patients to obtain history information related to hearing problems and to functional communication Administers audiology procedures (hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, etc.) utilizing professional judgment in the selection of an appropriate test battery Formulates and administers a treatment plan, which may include aural rehabilitation Counsels and instructs the patient regarding evaluation results and treatment Writes reports and maintains patient records Participates in staff meetings arranged by the Supervisor of Audiology or the Director of Clinical Services. Represents Buffalo Hearing and Speech Center in the community at invited events such as health fairs, open houses, senior citizen center activities and nursing home activities, etc. Participates in the Center's Quality Assurance Program Any other duty as requested by you supervisor Skills: Experience with sophisticated testing equipment, accurate administration of testing procedures, appropriate interpretation of test results, able to generate a treatment plan based on the findings and patient counseling and instruction. Thorough knowledge of the auditory system and its disorders, audio logical procedures, techniques and management Excellent interpersonal skills in establishing and maintaining patient relationships Adherence to the Code of Ethics established by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association Sound judgment Minimum Degree Required: Degree from accredited university in Audiology Required License/ Registration/ Certification: New York State License in Audiology New York State License in Hearing Aid Dispensing Physical Requirements: Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

This posting is for college students who have arranged for volunteer observation hours through their school with Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center. Please do not apply if you do not have hours already set up. For students looking to observe, shadow, intern, or volunteer with a therapist or in a program at BHSC, please contact HR at ******************.

This posting is for PT students who have arranged for a fieldwork placement through their school with Buffalo Hearing & Speech Center. Please do not apply if you do not have a placement already set up. Must be currently enrolled at an accredited college or university in an occupational therapy program.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech has openings for classroom aides in preschool and school-age (K-2) special education classrooms at our North Street, Sweet Home, and Cheektowaga sites. Our classroom aides work during the school year and also work a 6 week summer program in July & August. Enjoy paid school breaks, snow days, and the opportunity to positively impact a child's life! Job Summary: The Classroom Aide is responsible for assisting with the management of the children and classroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforcing educational goals, attending to the individual needs of the children, and following busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures. Skills: * Drive and Energy * Sensitivity * Ability to obtain and maintain CPI Certification * Good Judgement * Computer Skills * Ability to work well with children and understand their needs * Ability to work well with others, including staff and families Education: Minimum Degree Required: High school diploma/ GED Experience: Minimum Experience Required: Experience working with children, or in a classroom setting and/or working with children/adults with developmental delays/disabilities Required License/ Registration/ Certification: Incumbent will need to obtain and maintain CPI Certification Physical Requirements : ☒Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, sprinting, crawling, and running. ☒Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. ☒Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Looking for a flexible, part time teaching job? Buffalo Hearing & Speech is seeking Fee for Service Special Education Itinerant Teachers (SEIT). We are looking for SEITS in all areas of Western New York including Southtowns, Northtowns, and Niagara County. Create your own schedule - choose when and how many cases you will see! Our SEITs are paid on a per completed session basis: CPSE (preschool) SEIT 60 minute sessions at $46/session Early Intervention basic 30 minute sessions at $39.50/session Benefits include accrued paid time off and the potential to qualify for health insurance depending on hours. Job Summary: The Special Education Itinerant Teacher (SEIT) works as a member of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for designing and implementing individual lessons to meet the student's IFSP or IEP goals. The special education itinerant teacher will work with the student at a Pre-K (or UPK), a Head Start, a daycare, or in the home. Services will occur either in the classroom or out of the classroom depending upon the requirement of the IEP. Essential Functions: Evaluates each child in each area of skill development using formal and informal measures upon entrance into program and provides updates on a quarterly basis. Responsible for lessons involving readiness skill development and modeling appropriate speech and language skills during sessions Involvement in the design and implementation of goals toward development of age appropriate skills for each child as indicated on their IFSP or IEP. Assists and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, including the child's regular education teacher, in the implementation and carryover of individual therapy goals. Provides ongoing information to the multidisciplinary team regarding specific teaching and/or behavior management strategies. Assists the child within the classroom or home environment to encourage compliance with expectations. Will gather information on a monthly basis from each of the child's provider(s) for service coordination log. Responsible with other team members for children's supervision and safety. Maintains contact with the parent or guardian regarding their child's progress on a regular basis. Attends IFSP or CPSE meetings when necessary. Accurately completes and submits required paperwork Skills: Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Special Education Teacher behavioral competencies Ability to learn on the job and change quickly as situations require Minimum Degree Required: Degree from an accredited university or college in special education teaching Required License/ Registration/ Certification: New York State teaching certification in Students with Disabilities Birth - Grade 2 or Permanent New York State Special Education teaching certification Physical Requirements: Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Join our great team of professionals! Looking for a CF for our community-based program serving Early Intervention and CPSE preschool services in the Northtowns area. We provide excellent supervision; CFs have an assigned mentor/supervisor to provide support and guidance. The Speech Language Pathologist "SLP" is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, and recommendation for therapeutic intervention for individuals with communication disorders in an educational setting. In addition, responsibilities include the implementation of an appropriate Speech-Language Pathology treatment program designed to habilitate or rehabilitate the communicatively impaired student. Essential Functions: * Imparting knowledge via the implementation of appropriate Speech-Language Pathology instruction * Display competence in the area of speech-language impairment (either licensed or under the careful direction and supervision of a licensed SLP). Determines type and severity of speech-language impairment, under careful supervision if unlicensed SLP. Determines prognosis and appropriate instruction and treatment for speech-language impairments. * Evaluation, diagnosis, and recommendation for therapeutic intervention for individuals with communication disorders. Working collaboratively with other professionals such as the classroom teacher, other SLPs, OTs, PTs, Audiologists, supervisors and other as appropriate. * Submits written reports of the evaluations, treatment and educational plans, progress reports, and discharge reports as appropriate. Maintain paperwork within legal and agency guidelines. Ensures paperwork is completed in a timely and organized fashion. * Makes appropriate referrals as needed in order to affect positive therapeutic results. * Communicates regularly with family/student. * Exhibit professional judgment, maturity, and upgrades professional knowledge through involvement in continuing education programs. Participate in the delivery of and/or attend in-service programs. Participate in formal staff training. Maintain SLP licensure and TSSLD certification. * Licensed Speech Pathologists are required to supervise CFYs and TSSLDs appropriately, ensuring legal guidelines and agency policies are precisely followed. * Any other duty as requested by your supervisor. Education Required: Master's degree from University/College of accredited speech language pathology program Required License/Registration/ Certification: * New York State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (or CFY eligible) * Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) (or CFY eligible) * Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) Initial or Profession certificate or TSHH Permanent certificate (for positions within a school). Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

* Starting Salary for Certified Teachers: $55,001.95 * Starting Salary for Non-Certified Teachers: $45,240.00 $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Do you have a passion for teaching young children? Buffalo Hearing & Speech is currently seeking a Special Education Teacher to join our team at our Fredonia location, working with preschool children in special education classrooms. Now offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus! * $2,500 paid upon hire * $2,500 paid after 6 months of employment We welcome teacher candidates who are in the process of obtaining their Students with Disabilities, Birth-2 or All Ages certification. Tuition assistance may be available to support your certification journey. Join our supportive and collaborative team, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners every day. Buffalo Hearing & Speech utilizes the Floortime/DIR Philosophy in our classrooms and provides training on this unique approach. We also incorporate the Pyramid model and Trauma-Informed Care approach to best meet the needs of our students. Job Summary: The preschool special education teacher is responsible for designing and implementing group lessons comprised of speech, language and readiness skills to encourage development in these areas by severely speech-language impaired preschoolers. The teacher works as a member of a multidisciplinary team in developing and implementing goals for each child's Individualized Education Plan. Essential Functions: * Evaluates each child in each area of skill development using formal and informal measures upon entrance into program and provides updates on a quarterly basis, including compiling comprehensive reports regarding children's strengths and areas of need. Determine prognosis and appropriate treatment plan. Responsible for implementing site specific curriculum and plans classroom environment to encourage learning, independence and generalization of skills. Involvement in the design and implementation of goals and objectives toward development of age-appropriate skills for each child as indicated on each child's IEP. * Implement appropriate therapeutic program designed to facilitate improved cognitive, social emotional, behavioral, fine and gross motor skills * Meets with and shares information regarding educational strategies, techniques, and philosophies with classroom aides and/or personal / 1:1 aides. Responsible for facilitating weekly team meetings and classroom planning meetings (team leader) and acts as an active participant in CQI meetings, as schedule allows * Assists and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team for the program design and implementation, the carryover of individual therapy goals to the classroom (e.g., speech, OT, PT, etc.), using specific teaching and/or behavior management strategies. Responsible for modeling appropriate speech and language. Make appropriate referrals as needed in order to affect positive therapeutic results. * Maintains contact with the parent or guardian regarding their child's progress within the classroom * Responsible, with other team members, for children's supervision and safety * Attends CPSE and CSE meetings, when necessary * Submits highest quality written reports in a timely manner in accordance with compliance standards including, but not limited to, evaluation reports, treatment plans, log notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries as required by site or assignment. * Maintains patient records in accordance to compliance standards set by site or assignments Required Skills: * Special Education Teacher behavioral competencies * Ability to communicate verbally and in writing * Ability to learn on the job and change quickly as situations require Minimum Degree Required: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in special education from an accredited university or college Required License/ Registration/ Certification: New York State Certification as a permanent Special Education Teacher or Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth-2 or All Ages) OR willing to obtain. Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech is currently looking for a full time Speech Language Pathologist for our speech clinic located in Williamsville. This position is responsible for preventing, assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in both pediatric and adult patients. BHSC offers generous PTO, provides a free continuing education program to employees, and annual ASHA dues reimbursement for eligible employees. Employment with BHSC also counts towards the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program! Essential Functions: * Imparting knowledge via the implementation of appropriate Speech-Language Pathology instruction * Display competence in the area of speech-language impairment (either licensed or under the careful direction and supervision of a licensed SLP). Determines type and severity of speech-language impairment, under careful supervision if unlicensed SLP. Determines prognosis and appropriate instruction and treatment for speech-language impairments. * Evaluation, diagnosis, and recommendation for therapeutic intervention for individuals with communication disorders. Working collaboratively with other professionals such as the classroom teacher, other SLPs, OTs, PTs, Audiologists, supervisors and other as appropriate. * Submits written reports of the evaluations, treatment and educational plans, progress reports, and discharge reports as appropriate. Maintain paperwork within legal and agency guidelines. Ensures paperwork is completed in a timely and organized fashion. * Makes appropriate referrals as needed in order to affect positive therapeutic results. * Communicates regularly with family/student. * Exhibit professional judgment, maturity, and upgrades professional knowledge through involvement in continuing education programs. Participate in the delivery of and/or attend in-service programs. Participate in formal staff training. Maintain SLP licensure and TSSLD certification. * Licensed Speech Pathologists are required to supervise CFYs and TSSLDs appropriately, ensuring legal guidelines and agency policies are precisely followed. * Any other duty as requested by your supervisor. Education Required: Master's degree from University/College of accredited speech language pathology program Required License/Registration/ Certification: * New York State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (or CFY eligible) * Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) (or CFY eligible) Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, printing, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with pediatric patients.

Buffalo Hearing & Speech is looking for Classroom Aide Substitutes to work as needed in our preschool and school-age classrooms. Candidates must have availability during the school day one or more days per week. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience working in Special Education! Substitute opportunities are available in the below BHSC school locations: * Amherst (Sweet Home Road) * Buffalo (North Street - Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus) * Lockport (High Street) * Cheektowaga (Rosewood Terrace) The Classroom Aide Substitute is responsible for assisting with the management of the children and classroom environment. Duties will include but are not limited to organizing and implementing developmentally appropriate lessons and activities under the direction of the classroom teacher, reinforcing educational goals, attending to the individual needs of the children, and following busing and breakfast/lunch program procedures. Essential Functions: * Assist the Classroom Team in the production and implementation of age-appropriate lessons and activities * Work as a team member in the classroom design and implementation * Maintain a healthy, safe, and organized classroom environment * Follow the site specific policies and procedures related to bus duty to safely escort children to and from their classrooms. * Follow the site specific policies and procedures for the distribution of Breakfast/Lunch under the guidelines of NYSED, Health Department and OCFS. * Strictly follow the guidelines and codes of conduct for all BHSC staff, which includes all mandatory meetings, training and procedures as stated in the employee handbook. * Any other duty as requested by your supervisor Minimum Degree Required: High school diploma/ GED Minimum Experience Required: Experience working with children, or in a classroom setting and/or working with children/adults with developmental delays/disabilities Physical Requirements: * Physical actions may include, but are not limited to; lifting, bending, kneeling, standing, squatting, reaching, sprinting, crawling, and running. * Vision, speech, tactical and hearing senses adequate to perform job requirements. * Frequent sitting/ standing and when appropriate, floor sitting with students.