Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title:
Speech Language Pathologist

Pay Range:

$55-70/hour

Job Description:

School Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) | Spanaway, WA | 2026-2027 School Year

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2026-2027 school year in Spanaway, Washington. We are a women- and therapist-founded company working to elevate the employment experience for school-based professionals. Whether you are a Clinical Fellow or an experienced SLP, we would love to connect with you. Join a supportive team and make a lasting impact in the lives of students in a welcoming, local school district.

Job Highlights:

• Location: Spanaway, WA
• Position: School Speech-Language Pathologist
• Setting: In-person, school-based position
• Schedule: Full Time, Monday-Friday
• School Year: 2026-2027

Responsibilities:

• Conduct speech and language evaluations and assessments
• Provide individualized and small-group speech and language therapy
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Create measurable goals based on students' communication needs
• Track student progress and maintain accurate service documentation
• Prepare evaluation reports, progress reports, and other required records
• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, and multidisciplinary team planning
• Collaborate with teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers
• Provide consultation and communication strategies to classroom staff and families
• Support students with a variety of speech, language, communication, fluency, and voice needs
• Ensure services comply with state, federal, and district requirements

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Valid Washington State Speech-Language Pathologist license or eligibility to obtain one
• Valid Washington Educational Staff Associate certificate or eligibility to obtain one
• Must have current fingerprints on file with OSPI or be willing to complete
• Previous pediatric or school-based experience preferred

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Sick Leave
• Healthcare Benefits*
• 401(k) with company matching*
• Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional development
• W-2 employee status with liability insurance coverage
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clause

(*Healthcare benefits available for 0.8 FTE or higher after a short waiting period)

Why Work With Ampersand Therapy?

Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it's like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states.

You'll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists-some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists and Clinical Fellows, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

Our Values:

• Equity & Inclusion
• Community Engagement
• Environmental Sustainability

Apply today to join a team of passionate school-based professionals and make a difference as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Spanaway, WA!