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As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for block island ferry in the United States is $19.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Block Island Ferry job?

A Block Island Ferry job involves working for the ferry service that transports passengers and vehicles between Block Island and the mainland. Positions vary and may include roles such as deckhands, ticket agents, customer service representatives, and boat crew members. Employees ensure safe and efficient ferry operations, assist passengers, and handle ticketing or maintenance tasks. Jobs can be seasonal or year-round, depending on the position and demand.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Block Island Ferry position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Block Island Ferry crew member, you need strong maritime skills, navigational abilities, and a solid understanding of safety procedures, often supported by certifications like STCW and a valid Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC). Familiarity with marine radios, navigation software, and vessel maintenance equipment is typically required. Excellent teamwork, customer service, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills. These competencies are essential to ensure passenger safety, provide reliable ferry service, and maintain smooth daily operations on the water.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working on the Block Island Ferry?

Crew members on the Block Island Ferry handle a variety of tasks each day, including assisting with vessel docking and undocking, maintaining safety equipment, helping passengers embark and disembark, and providing customer service throughout the journey. Additional duties often involve routine cleaning, minor mechanical inspections, and ensuring all safety protocols are followed. You will also work closely with the captain and other crew members, creating a collaborative team environment. The pace can be fast during peak travel seasons, but each day offers the reward of working by the ocean and providing a vital transportation service.

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Infographic showing various Block Island Ferry job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 17% Locum Tenens, 50% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $41,166 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Speech / Language Pathologist (Anticipated)

Smithfield Public Schools

Block Island, RI • On-site

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Speech / Language Pathologist (Anticipated)

New Shoreham School Department Block Island School - Block Island, Rhode Island

Job Description

We are looking for an exceptional part time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team at the Block Island School. The position serves our students 2 to 3 days a week depending on caseloads. The position assesses, treats and provides services to students with speech, language, voice, fluency in a classroom or other setting using treatment plans, 504 plans and IEPs. Tests students for special education qualifications and writes, reviews and updates treatment, 504 plans and IEPs. Implements treatment plans and works with other staff members to adapt classroom instruction, lessons and materials for individual students.

Direct Services

  • Prepares evaluation reports and selects and assigns levels of needed services. Coordinates services with other district special education programs, district staff and community resources.
  • Plans, develops, writes and reviews treatment plans. Recommends modifications to the class/school/academic programs for students who require accommodations.
  • Regularly uses oral, written and electronic communications to students and parents/guardians regarding student progress towards treatment, classroom and district education objectives/goals. Schedules parent conferences as needed or requested or required.
  • Assists school staff members, students and parents/guardians in understanding the student's communication disorder and the role of the Speech and Language Pathologist.
  • Observes, evaluates and refers students who need additional services and support.

Assessments

  • Screens referred students, utilizing appropriate procedures, techniques and various formal and informal assessments and evaluates students for service eligibility.

Assistance and Support

  • Provides direct and consultative services to teachers in classroom settings as needed or requested.
  • Works collaboratively with parents/guardians, teachers, learning specialists, school psychologists, instructional assistants, occupational therapists, nurses and physical therapists in support of each student's total educational program.

General

  • Works collaboratively with district administrators, teachers and other school staff members to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, federal and state regulations and district policies and procedures regarding IDEA and Section 504 requirements and Medicaid procedures. Completes Medicaid billing forms.
  • Presents issues and concerns to Director of Student Services for review and resolution.
  • Keeps abreast of best practices, maintains professional relationships with colleagues, students and families and participates in activities which all enhance service delivery for the benefit of students and their families.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all district policies and procedures.
  • Maintains consistent, daily and punctual attendance.
Welcome to Block Island School

Block Island is a small island located approximately 12 miles off the southern coast of Rhode Island. Our school district is comprised of one school. The Block Island School houses grades K-12 and has a student population of approximately 123 students. Block Island is accessible by boat or plane. Full-time employees must live on the island during the school year/week because of the limited ferry schedule.

Job Requirements
  • Block Island is 12 miles off the southern coast of Rhode Island and can be accessed by ferry or plane. Successful candidate must live on Block Island during the school year because the ferry schedule does not coordinate with the school day. In addition, travel between the island and mainland is subject to cancellation due to weather.
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
  • Karen MacBeth
  • Block Island School
  • High Street, P.O. Box 1890
  • Block Island, Rhode Island 02807
  • Phone: 401-466-7732
  • Fax: 401-466-3249
  • Email: kmacbeth@bischool.net

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