School Speech Language Pathologist - School Year (Nashville)

School Speech Language Pathologist - 2026-2027 School Year (Nashville)

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Project Play is on a mission to help others see and celebrate each child's unique gifts. Everyday, we open our doors for hundreds of children, helping to foster their growth and independence. We continuously "show up" for our kids because we fiercely believe in our vision, that all children can reach their fullest potential!

Be Part of Our Village

The Speech Language Pathologist position is a direct impact position at Project Play Therapy that plays a pivotal role in helping students reach their fullest potential by facilitating quality service delivery. In this position, you will change the game for children with disabilities and developmental delays by providing speech and language therapy and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members in an energetic and fun school environment. Be a part of a team that is making a substantial impact on the community!

The ideal candidate for this position would use passion, creativity, problem solving, and collaboration to engage with students, parents/guardians, and other service providers. In this position you will have the opportunity to build relationships across Project Play Therapy's team of professionals through regular collaboration and team gatherings, and continue your growth in evidence-based practice through roundtables and continuing education opportunities. In a work environment that prioritizes loving our village, you will discover the opportunity to grow professionally alongside a young, vibrant company, and to be energized by the passionate pursuit of our vision! This position reports directly to the Lead SLP.

Empower Your Skills

• Build relationships with clients, families, and team members to establish rapport and trust
• Establish and maintain excellent, game-changing service delivery, including via screenings, evaluations, case management, and direct therapy
• Assess client needs, design treatment plans, and collect data to show the impact of services and help clients reach their goals
• Contribute to a team environment that values collaboration, growth, and joy

Embrace the Perks

• Salaried or full time hourly position (ask us about part-time options, too!)
• Paid documentation time
• 401(k) match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Access to health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance
• Access to short term disability
• CEU coverage through ASHA Learning Pass
• Online resources and therapy activities
• Mentorship and ongoing trainings/support
• Technology available
• Mileage reimbursement available depending on assignment

Candidate Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Communication Disorders / Speech-Language
• Tennessee State License as an SLP-CCC, or SLP-CF from the Health-Related Board
• Demonstrates strong organization and communication skills, a positive attitude, and the belief that all children can reach their fullest potential with the right supports
• Believes collaboration, innovation, fun, and a growth mindset are foundational to success