Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Chestertown, MD • Full-Time • 2026–2027 School Year
Elementary | On-site | $55–$65+/hour

TheraPeds Partners is hiring a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2026–2027 school year in Chestertown, MD.

This is a full-time opportunity with guaranteed hours, dedicated documentation and planning time, a manageable caseload, and support from both TheraPeds and the school district.

The Role

You'll provide school-based speech and language services to help students strengthen the communication skills they need to participate successfully in school.

• Provide individual and small-group speech-language therapy
• Develop and implement IEP goals and intervention plans
• Address articulation, phonology, receptive and expressive language, fluency, social/pragmatic communication, and other communication needs
• Conduct evaluations and reevaluations and interpret assessment results
• Collect data, monitor progress, and complete progress reports
• Develop IEP documentation and participate in eligibility and IEP meetings
• Consult and collaborate with teachers, families, special education staff, and related-service providers
• Provide classroom strategies and recommendations to support student communication
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate service records

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation
• $55-65 an hour
• Guaranteed hours
• 36-38 hours a week
• Full-time school schedule, following the school calendar
• Designated documentation and planning time
• Manageable caseload
• Clinical and administrative support
• Professional development opportunities
• TheraPeds professional community
• W-2 benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• 1099 independent contractor opportunities available

Requirements

Qualifications

• We're looking for an SLP who has:
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Active or eligible New Hampshire Speech-Language Pathologist licensure
• School-based or pediatric experience preferred
• Knowledge of IEPs, evaluations, eligibility, and school-based service delivery
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Good organization and time-management skills
• Comfort with technology and documentation
• Ability to complete required background clearances

Physical Requirements

School-based therapy is active and hands-on. The Provider must be able to safely participate with students in a variety of school environments and activities. Physical responsibilities may include sitting, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, transitioning to and from the floor, and lifting or assisting with students, materials, or equipment as appropriate to the position.

All responsibilities will be performed in accordance with assigned duties, district safety requirements, and applicable accommodations.

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits and compensation are based on employment classification and eligibility.

W-2 employees may be eligible for:

• Competitive hourly compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k)
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

1099 independent contractor opportunities may include:

• Competitive contract rates
• Benefit Resources
• Flexibility associated with independent contractor status
• Access to professional and administrative resources through TheraPeds Partners
• Guaranteed hours
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Access to the TheraPeds professional community

Specific compensation, benefits, and terms will be outlined in the applicable employment or independent contractor agreement.

Who We Are

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated school-based services organization.

We understand the work because we've done the work. We partner with schools while supporting our providers with the clinical, administrative, and professional resources they need to be successful.

Our focus is on building strong teams, supporting our professionals, and providing high-quality services that make a meaningful difference for students.

If this sounds like a good fit, we'd love to connect.