Career Opportunities
The Shield Institute is a human-service agency that provides educational and clinical services to children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families. Our staff is our most important resource. The Shield Institute is dedicated to nurturing and supporting its quality staff. All Shield Institute staff participate in ongoing training to help them develop as professionals.
Send letter of interest, a resume and proof of qualification to the following address:
Director of Human Resources The Shield Institute
- 14461 Roosevelt Avenue Flushing, NY 11354
- 718-939-8700
- 718-961-7669
- hr@shield.org
January, 2026
Applied Behavioral Sciences Specialist
Job Description: Performs evaluations and conducts therapy sessions.
Requirements: Master’s degree in psychology required.
Knowledge of psychological testing and assessments.
Must have at least 1.5 years of experience in an Article 16 Clinic setting.
Salary $32.74 – $38.80 per hour
Location: 39-09 214th Place, Bayside, NY 11361 -Article 16 Clinic
Work schedule: 21 hpw TBD
January, 2026
Occupational Therapists – Special Ed Programs
Job Description: Performs evaluations and provides therapy services.
Our Bronx school boasts a large, fully equipped sensory gym. Both our Bronx and Queens schools are fully equipped with state-of-the-art treatment materials/resources and have individual workstations.
Requirements: New York State license as an Occupational Therapist
Salary $78,026 to $82,828
Location: 1800 Andrews Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453 – Preschool Special Education Program
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm (35 hpw). These are 12 month school positions.
Location: 144-61 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354 – Preschool and School Age Special Education Programs
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm (35 hpw). These are 12 month school positions.
January, 2026
Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Article 16 Clinic
Job Description: Caseload conducting psychotherapy with adults with developmental disabilities. Also conduct psychosocial and psychosexual evaluations on a regular weekly basis with children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Requirements: New York State LCSW required.
Excellence in writing and completing all documentation required.
Annual Salary $60,369 to $68,963
Location: 39-09 214th Place, Bayside, NY 11361 Article 16 Clinic
Work schedule: 35 hpw TBD
October, 2025
Assistant Habilitation Specialists (DSPs)
Job Description: Assists in implementing plans and participates in group activities and schedules.
Requirements: 12 college credits from an accredited college or university.
Salary – $31,125 with yearly salary step increases
Location: 39-09 214th Place, Bayside NY 11361 Adult Day Habilitation Program
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (35 hpw)
September, 2025
Community Habilitation Workers
Job Description: Provide services such as assistance, training, and supervision with activities of daily living, such as developing routines, meal preparation, light household tasks, safety in the community, health promotion, public transportation, personal responsibility, shopping, socialization, personal care and budgeting skills to assist individuals in achieving their goals, personal values and outcomes.
Hourly rate $18.76
Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent from an approved school of secondary education. One (1) year of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
We also seek applicants who are Bilingual (Spanish/English).
September, 2025
Preschool Special Education Teachers
Job Description: Plans and Implements individual education programs.
Requirements: Must hold New York State Special Education Certification.
Salary 61,070 – $68,652
Location: 1800 Andrews Ave, Bronx, NY 10453
Work schedule: Mon – Fri 8:15 am – 3:30 pm and Subsitute On Call
Location: 144-61 Roosevelt Ave, Flushing, NY 11354
Work schedule: Mon – Fri 8:15 am – 3:30 pm and Subsitute On Call
January, 2026
School Psychologist
Job Description: Provides psychological, behavioral and developmental evaluations and clinical treatment programs for all assigned students.
Requirements: Masters level degree in psychology and New York State Certification as a School Psychologist.
Must have experience working with children with developmental disabilities, including autism. Knowledge of positive behavioral supports, experience conducting functional behavioral assessments and developing behavioral support plans is a requirement.
Salary $64,110 to $79,518
Location: 1800 Andrews Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm (35 hpw). This is a 12 month school position.
January, 2026
Habilitation Aides (DSPs)
Job Description: Provides for the personal care and in implementing individualized plans.
Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent from an approved school of secondary education.
Salary – $24,310 with yearly salary step increases
Location: 39-09 214th Place, Bayside, NY 11361 – Adult Day Habilitation Program
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 27.5 hpw TBD
January, 2026
Physical Therapist – Special Ed Program
Job Description: Performs evaluations and provides therapy services.
Our school boasts state-of-the-art treatment materials/resources.
Requirements: New York State license as a Physical Therapist
Salary $78,026 to $82,828
Location: 144-61 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354 – Preschool and School Age Special Education Program
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm (35 hpw). This is a 12 month school position.
October, 2025
Habilitation Specialists (DSPs)
Job Description: Develop and implement functionally appropriate plans and activities for individuals and groups.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Salary $34,813 with yearly salary step increases
Location: 39-09 214th Place, Bayside, NY 11361 – Adult Day Habilitation Program
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (35 hpw)
September, 2025
Teacher Assistants
Job Description: Assists the teacher in providing individualized educational programs and in maintaining classroom structure.
Requirements: Applicants require a High School Diploma or equivalent. Six college credits from an accredited college or university preferred and must hold a valid NYS teacher assistant certificate.
Salary $29,662 to $35,494
Location: 1800 Andrews Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453 – Preschool Special Education Program
Work schedule: Mon – Fri 8:15 am – 3:30 pm and Substitute On Call
Location: 144-61 Roosevelt Ave, Flushing, NY 11354 – Preschool Special Education Program
Work schedule: Mon – Fri 8:15 am – 3:30 pm and Substitute On Call
Location: 144-61 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354 -School Age Special Education Programs
Work schedule: Mon – Fri 8:15 am – 3:00 pm and Substitute On Call
September, 2025
Speech/Language Pathologists – Special Ed Programs
Job Description: • Ensure that therapy sessions are developed and implemented in accordance with each student’s IEP
• Assess and write annual reports, IEPs, and quarterly progress reports
• Complete daily documentation of attendance and session notes
• Participate in staff/team meetings and trainings
Requirements: • ASHA Certification of Clinical Competency
• NYS Certification as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) or Teacher of Students with
Speech Language Disabilities (TSSLD)
• MA/MS Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Some knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, including Picture Exchange
Communication System (PECS)
* CF’s will be considered
Salary – CF $68,904
Salary – CCC/SLP $73,038 with yearly salary step increases
$5,000 added for bilingual (spanish/english)
Location: 1800 Andrews Avenue, Bronx, NY 10453 – Preschool Special Education Program
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm (35 hpw). These are 12 month school positions.
Location: 144-61 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354 – Preschool and School Age Special Education Program
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 3:30 pm (35 hpw). These are 12 month school positions.