Speech Language Pathologist

Career Links; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 177,655,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

FSA/HSA

Paid time off

Sick leave

Paid holidays

CEU reimbursement

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Career Links is seeking a School-Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech and language disorders in students within a collaborative educational team.

This in-person, full-time position in Colorado offers competitive hourly pay ($35–$62/hour DOE), with a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. CFs are welcome; ASHA CCC-SLP preferred; state licensure required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Active Colorado SLP license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• CDE Special Services Provider License with SLP endorsement, or eligibility.
• Completion of a supervised clinical practicum as required by licensure standards.
• Ability to pass background checks and district screening requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, voice, fluency, and communication disorders affecting students' education.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs and speech-language goals.
• Provide direct and indirect speech-language therapy services to students.
• Maintain documentation, progress reports, service logs, and Medicaid billing documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, school psychologists, OTs, PTs, and families.
• Participate in IEPs, eligibility, MDT meetings, and parent conferences.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions and AAC when appropriate.
• Support inclusive educational practices and provide classroom staff consultation.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, CDE, and district regulations.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Colorado SLP license active or eligible

CDE Special Services Provider License with SLP endorsement

Supervised clinical practicum completion

Background checks and district screening

Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills

Tools

ASHA CCC-SLP

Job description

In Person | Full-Time | School-Based Position
Compensation: $35.00–$62.00/hour (DOE)
Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance Available

At Career Links, you'll find everything that makes being a therapist, social worker, interpreter, psychologist, educator, or healthcare professional so rewarding. We connect dedicated professionals with meaningful opportunities nationwide while providing the support, resources, and benefits needed to succeed.

We are currently seeking a passionate and qualified Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide services in a school-based setting. Whether you're an experienced clinician or a Clinical Fellow beginning your career, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on students while working within a collaborative educational team.

Position Overview

As a School-Based Speech Language Pathologist, you will evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, voice, fluency, and communication disorders that affect students' educational performance. You will collaborate closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to help students achieve their academic and communication goals.

This position offers the opportunity to work with students across a variety of age groups and disability categories while supporting individualized educational programming.

• Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations and assessments in accordance with IDEA, Colorado Department of Education (CDE) requirements, and district policies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and speech-language goals.
• Provide direct and indirect speech-language therapy services to eligible students.
• Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, service logs, and Medicaid billing documentation as required.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, school psychologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and families.
• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and parent conferences.
• Utilize evidence-based interventions and assistive technology, including AAC systems when appropriate.
• Support inclusive educational practices and provide consultation to classroom staff.
• Monitor student progress and adjust interventions to support educational outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district special education regulations.

Qualifications

Required

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited program.
• Active Colorado Speech-Language Pathologist license issued by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA), or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Services Provider License with a Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement, or eligibility to obtain.
• Completion of a supervised clinical practicum as required by state licensure standards.
• Ability to pass all required background checks and school district screening requirements.
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.

Preferred

• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
• Previous experience in a school-based setting.
• Experience with IEP development and special education compliance.
• Knowledge of AAC systems and assistive technology.
• Experience with Medicaid billing and educational documentation.
• Clinical Fellows (CFs) are encouraged to apply; supervision and mentorship may be available.

Competitive Compensation & Support

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience
• Sign-on bonus opportunities
• Relocation assistance available
• Dedicated recruiter and clinical support team
• Mentorship and professional guidance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education assistance and CEU reimbursement
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits

Why Career Links?

At Career Links, we serve with understanding, integrity, and professionalism. We are committed to helping therapists, social workers, interpreters, psychologists, educators, and healthcare professionals find rewarding opportunities that align with their career goals. Our team provides personalized support throughout your assignment, ensuring you have the resources needed to succeed both professionally and personally.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about helping students develop the communication skills they need to thrive academically and socially, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.