Speech Language Pathologist

TheraPeds; Apalachicola (FL); On-site; USD 117,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k)

Guaranteed hours

Professional development

Access to TheraPeds community

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for a full-time, school-based role in Apalachicola, FL for the 2026–2027 school year. The position is on-site with a manageable caseload and guaranteed hours, supporting students across elementary to high school levels.

You will provide direct therapy, conduct evaluations, implement IEP goals, and collaborate with teachers, families, and district staff to promote effective communication skills in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• State license as an SLP required.
• ASHA/National licensure required for practice (CCC preferred).
• Experience with children in a school setting advantageous.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to students individually and in small groups.
• Conduct evaluations and assessments.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions based on data.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and other school staff.
• Support AAC and communication needs; collect progress data.
• Complete documentation and progress reports; participate in IEP/reevaluation meetings.

Skills

Experience with children

School setting experience

Organizational skills

Time management

Technology proficiency

Communication with families

Collaboration with educators

Education

Master's or PhD in Speech-Language Pathology

State Licensure as SLP

Department of Education Licensure as SLP

ASHA National License

CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence) preferred

CF-SLP placement available

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – School-Based

Apalachicola, FL | Full-Time | 2026–2027 School Year | On-Site

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team for a full-time, school-based opportunity in Apalachicola, FL for the 2026–2027 school year.

If you enjoy working with children, collaborating with educators and therapists, and helping students develop the communication skills they need to participate successfully in their school day, this could be a great fit. You’ll work with students with support from both the district and the TheraPeds team.

Position Details

• Full-time: 36-38 hours per week
• School year: August 2026–May 2027
• Grades: Elementary or Elementary - High School
• Setting: On-site, in-person
• Pay: $60–$80/hour, based on experience and employment arrangement
• Weekly compensation is based on 37.5 hours
• Guaranteed hours, including designated documentation, planning, and administrative time
• Manageable caseload
• Support from both the school district and TheraPeds Partners

What You’ll Do

As a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist, you’ll help students develop the speech, language, and communication skills needed to access their education and participate successfully in the school environment.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing direct speech and language therapy services to students individually and in small groups
• Conducting speech and language evaluations and assessments
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring individualized IEP goals
• Evaluating student progress and adjusting intervention strategies based on student needs and data
• Providing consultation and support to teachers, special education staff, and families
• Supporting students with articulation, phonology, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, social/pragmatic communication, and other communication needs
• Supporting students who use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), as appropriate
• Monitoring student performance and collecting data to measure progress
• Completing timely and accurate documentation and progress reports
• Participating in IEP, eligibility, reevaluation, and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Managing assigned student caseloads and required documentation
• Collaborating with teachers, special education staff, families, therapists, administrators, and other school professionals
• Providing case management services, as assigned

Physical Requirements

School-based therapy is active and hands-on. The SLP 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.

• Master’s or PhD degree from a Speech-Language Pathology program
• State License as Speech-Language Pathologist
• Department of Education Licensure as a SLP
• National License: ASHA
• Licensing with the State Department of Education, where required
• CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence) preferred
• CF-SLP placement may be available
• Experience working with children
• Experience in a school setting preferred, but not required
• Organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in use of technology
• Fingerprint background clearance
• Ability to collaborate with school staff and parents with a demonstrated ability to exercise a high level of tact and discretion in both internal and external communications

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.

Why TheraPeds Partners?

At TheraPeds Partners, we believe school-based professionals do their best work when they feel supported, valued, and connected to the teams they serve.

As a therapist-owned organization, we understand the realities of working in school-based practice. Our goal is to create strong partnerships between professionals and schools while providing the clinical and administrative support needed for both students and providers to succeed.

If you’re a Certified Speech Language and Pathologist looking for a full-time school-based SLP position in Apalachicola, FL we’d love to connect with you.