Speech-Language Therapist

Tutor Me Education

$104K — $124K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience working with students with special needs, especially Autism and PTSD
  • Strong understanding of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
  • Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse needs
  • Experience collaborating with parents and multidisciplinary teams
  • Proven ability to create inclusive and supportive learning environments
  • Flexibility in scheduling and approach to tutoring

Responsibilities

  • Provide one-on-one emotional support sessions to students with special needs
  • Adapt instructional materials to aid emotional regulation
  • Track and document student progress across academic and emotional areas
  • Work closely with parents to align tutoring with student development goals
  • Communicate regularly with parents about student performance and emotional health
  • Foster a safe and inclusive learning environment
  • Stay updated on best practices in special education and counseling

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students with special needs
  • Consistent hours available to fit various schedules
  • Supportive and nurturing work environment
  • Focus on professional development and integration of best practices
  • Engagement with a multidisciplinary team to enhance student learning
Full Job Description
At Tutor Me Education, we are seeking a compassionate and experienced counselor to support a student with Autism (minimally verbal), PTSD, Severe Depression, Separation Anxiety, and a menstrual-related seizure disorder. If you're committed to making a difference in the lives of students with special needs and helping them achieve academic success, we want to hear from you!

About the Role: As a service provider at Tutor Me Education, you'll provide personalized, one-on-one tutoring to students with special needs in their homes. You will be responsible for helping students with daily activities, offering moral support, and delivering tailored instruction based on their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Details:
    • In-Person Tutoring in Bronx, NY
    • Earn $50-$60 per hour (negotiable)


Your Responsibilities:
    • Provide 1:1 therapy session emotional support sessions for students with special education needs.
    • Adapt instructional materials and strategies to support emotional regulation.
    • Monitor and document student progress across academic, behavioral, and emotional domains, making adjustments as needed.
    • Collaborate closely with parents to ensure a cohesive approach to student development.
    • Maintain consistent and supportive communication with parents or guardians, offering updates on both academic performance and emotional well-being.
    • Create a safe, inclusive environment that fosters learning, confidence, self-awareness, and positive behavior.
    • Stay informed on best practices in special education, counseling, and trauma-informed instruction, and integrate them into your daily work.


Why Tutor Me Education? At Tutor Me Education, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing, supportive environment where students can thrive. We pride ourselves on offering meaningful tutoring opportunities that make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. Whether you're looking for consistent hours or just want to make a difference, we have a place for you.

Requirements
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to make learning fun and interactive, with the focus of the tutoring often determined by student questions and comments
  • Might be asked to clear FBI-DOJ background check that is taken in-person
  • Negative TB Test Result

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