Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI)·Town of Smithtown, New York
Provide educational and therapeutic support to children and adults with developmental disabilities. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to help individuals meet developmental milestones.
Brightway Living & Learning is a premier non-profit provider of human services on Long Island, including educational, residential, day habilitation, and vocational programs. Building on a 65-year legacy as the Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI), Brightway supports over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities through a full continuum of care. By employing persistence, adaptability, and the power of behavioral science, Brightway’s dedicated professionals enable individuals to grow, learn, and meet milestones at their own pace. Discover more about our mission and our "All Ways Forward" approach at brightwayny.org.
Come join us at our Brightway School Age Program Hiring Event on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, from 1:00pm-4:30pm at 99 Hollywood Drive, Smithtown NY,11787.
We will be interviewing for Teachers and Teacher's Assistants (including Substitute Teacher's Assistants) and various positions including Physical Therapists and Speech Language Pathologists for our School Age program (ages 5-22).
Full time, part time, and substitute (per diem) positions are available. Teacher
$46,000.00 to $84,000.00/year Teaching Assistant salary range: $17.00-$21.90/hour Speech Language Pathologists salary range: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 Physical Therapist salary range: $80,000.00 to $90,000.00
We look forward to seeing you there!
Address: 99 Hollywood Drive, Smithtown, NY 11787
Brightway Living & Learning Offers various benefits, including a 403(b), Vision, Dental, Health, Life, Tuition Reimbursement, and more for benefit eligible positions (24 hours/week or more)!
Positions are available in Smithtown and Huntington.
For Special Education Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Physical Therapists, and Speech Language Pathologists, a NYS Certification is required.
Brightway Living & Learning is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. At Brightway, we believe that with the right support, progress is always possible.
Candidates must hold a valid NYS Certification for their respective roles. Applicants should be compassionate, patient, and effective communicators.
Market context
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