Speech Language Pathologist

Onward Education; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Onward Education is partnering with a local charter school network in Wayne County, MI to hire two Speech-Language Pathologists for the 2026-2027 school year. This school-based role supports communication, language, and social-pragmatic skills, helping students thrive academically and socially.

You will assess students, provide direct therapy, support IEP implementation, and collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic, full-time setting with a caseload of up to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required or equivalent.
• School-based experience supporting IEP-driven services preferred.
• Comfort collaborating within a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced school environment.
• Experience with AAC and social-pragmatic supports is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct student evaluations and speech/language screenings using formal and informal measures.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and service plans, and support 504 needs when applicable.
• Provide direct therapy for articulation, fluency, receptive/expressive language, voice, and social communication.
• Support AAC implementation, including devices/systems and carryover strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, special education teams, administrators, and families to integrate services into the school day.
• Maintain compliant documentation, progress reports, and service logs per state and federal requirements.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, eligibility determinations, and ongoing progress monitoring.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

AAC devices

Job description

Onward Education is partnering with a local charter school network to hire two Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for the 2026-2027 school year in Wayne County, MI. This is a school-based, student-facing role supporting communication, language, and social-pragmatic skills so students can thrive academically and socially.

In this role, you'll assess students, provide direct therapy services, support IEP implementation, and collaborate closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Position Details:

• Role: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Setting: Charter school network (multiple campuses)
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week
• Caseload: Up to approximately 60 students max

Responsibilities:

• Conduct student evaluations and speech/language screenings using appropriate formal and informal measures
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and service plans, and support 504 needs when applicable
• Provide direct therapy for needs such as articulation, fluency, receptive/expressive language, voice, and social communication
• Support AAC implementation as needed, including devices/systems and student/staff carryover strategies
• Collaborate with teachers, special education teams, administrators, and families to ensure services are effective and integrated into the school day
• Maintain compliant documentation, progress reports, and service logs aligned with state and federal requirements
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, eligibility determinations, and ongoing progress monitoring

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• School-based experience supporting IEP-driven services strongly preferred
• Comfort working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and fast-paced school environment
• Experience with AAC and social-pragmatic supports is a plus

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug‑free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.