Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow (CF) | Schools & Pediatrics

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Pediatric therapy role serving children in school and clinic settings with strong CF mentorship.

July/August 2026 Start | Phoenix Metro | Full-Time W-2

Graduating in 2026 and looking for a Clinical Fellowship that offers structured mentorship, predictable pay, and real setting options?

Mariposa Therapy Services offers school-based and hybrid CF pathways designed for stability, learning, and long-term growth — within a therapist-led, multidisciplinary organization.

COMPENSATION

School-Based CF: $83,800 total compensation

Hybrid CF (School + Pediatric Outpatient/Home): $80,800 total compensation

• 12-month salaried W-2 position
• Base salary paid evenly across the full year — including school breaks and summer
• Consistent, predictable paychecks
• Full benefits package

CF PATHWAY OPTIONS

School-Based CF

• Full-time school placement
• IEP participation & school team collaboration
• Predictable school-year schedule
• School holidays and breaks off- enjoy fall, spring & summer break

Hybrid CF

• Combination of school + pediatric clinic and home therapy
• Broader clinical exposure
• Caseload & schedule designed intentionally

Structured CF Support

• ASHA-aligned Clinical Fellowship program
• Dedicated 1:1 SLP mentor
• CF cohort model — you’re not the only CF
• Ongoing access to clinical leads
• Dedicated Development Director (15+ years clinical experience) for practical day-to-day guidance
  

What Makes Mariposa Different

• Women clinician-led organization with leadership that understands therapy work
• Thoughtful caseload building (not productivity-at-all-costs)
• Consistent client assignments to support rapport and real progress
• Multidisciplinary collaboration (SLP, OT, PT)
• Many CFs stay long-term after earning their CCC
  

Beyond Your CF Year

Our goal is long-term growth. After your fellowship year:

• CCC-SLP pay increase
• Opportunity to revisit preferred setting (school, clinic, hybrid)
• Continued mentorship & leadership pathways

Location & Start

Phoenix Metro Area

East Valley | Central Phoenix | West Valley

July or August 2026 start

Multiple school-only and hybrid placements available

Ready to apply?

Apply through Indeed or reach out to learn more about CF pathway options.

We’re happy to talk through which track may be the best fit for you.

Email: View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Text/Call: Kristin at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders
• IVP Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Eligible for Arizona DHS SLP licensure & ADE SLP Certification
• Strong Interest in pediatric populations