Speech Language Pathologist

Friendsofkerhonkson; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company matching

Licensure and CEU reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate

Job summary

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year in Kansas City, Missouri. This full-time, in-person position welcomes CFs and experienced SLPs and offers mentorship and support.

The role involves providing speech-language therapy in a school setting, conducting evaluations, developing IEP goals, and collaborating with educators and families. Benefits include paid sick leave, health care, 401(k) with company matching, and licensure/CEU reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Valid Missouri State SLP license (or ability to obtain quickly).

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language therapy services in a school setting.
• Conduct evaluations and write reports.
• Develop and implement IEP goals.
• Collaborate with special education teams, educators, and families.
• Complete documentation and progress monitoring in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Missouri SLP license

Job description

Job Title:Speech Language PathologistPay Range:$45-52/hourJob Description:School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Full Time | Kansas City, MO | 2026-2027 School Year | Up to $52/hourAmpersand Therapy is hiring Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for the 2026-2027 school year in Kansas City, Missouri . We’re a therapist-operated company that puts clinicians and students first. This is an in-person position in a school setting, and we welcome both Clinical Fellows (CFs) and experienced SLPs to apply. New to schools? No problem; we provide mentorship and support!Job Highlights:Position: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)Schedule: Full TimeSchool Year: 2026-2027In-person onlyPay up to $55/hourResponsibilities:Provide speech-language therapy services in a school settingConduct evaluations and write reportsDevelop and implement IEP goalsCollaborate with special education teams, educators, and familiesComplete documentation and progress monitoring in a timely mannerOther duties as assignedQualifications:Valid Missouri State SLP license (or ability to obtain quickly)Valid MoPro LicensureCFs welcome to applyBenefits & Perks:Paid Sick LeaveHealthcare Benefits (Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period)401(k) with company matchingW-2 employment with general and professional liability insuranceReimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expensesMileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sitesReferral bonusesNo non-compete clausesPaid time off for volunteer work and donation matchingWhy Work With Ampersand Therapy?Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.Our Values:Equity & Inclusion: We’re actively working to build a diverse, inclusive culture and support racial justice. We donate to organizations like The Conscious Kid and provide anti-racism resources to our team.Community Engagement: We volunteer with and support nonprofits such as Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth — and empower our team to support the causes that matter most to them.Environmental Sustainability: We reduce paper use, seek low-waste therapy options, and are committed to maintaining a negative carbon footprint.Join our team of passionate school-based clinicians and make a lasting impact with students!Please reach out to [e-mail] if you have any questions!