Speech Language Pathologist

Therapeds Partners; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our school-based team in Shawnee, Kansas City for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time, on-site role offers a stable schedule and collaborative support from both the district and TheraPeds.

You will provide direct speech-language therapy, participate in IEPs, evaluations, and progress monitoring, and contribute to a positive educational environment for students across elementary to high school levels.

Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• ASHA CCC-SLP may be preferred or required depending on district needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to students individually and in groups.
• Conduct speech and language evaluations and assessments.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals and progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student communication.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Case management

Time management

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State License as Speech-Language Pathologist

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - School-Based

Shawnee, Kansas City | 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 Shawnee, Kansas City 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.

About Us:

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization that partners with schools to provide special education and related services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the educational process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

Our mission is to provide high-quality, student-centered services while creating meaningful connections within collaborative learning environments.

Position Details

• Full-time: 36-38 hours per week
• School year: September 2026-May 2027
• Grades: Elementary or Elementary - High School
• Setting: On-site, in-person
• Pay: $55-$60/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

What We're Looking For

• Master's or doctoral degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program
• Active or eligible for Kansas City Speech-Language Pathologist licensure
• Appropriate Kansas City Department of Education certification or credential for school-based practice, as required
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Clinical Fellowship (CF-SLP) candidates may be considered, with appropriate supervision available
• Experience working with children
• School-based experience preferred, but not required
• Strong understanding of speech and language development, assessment, intervention, and progress monitoring
• Knowledge of the IEP process and special education services
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational, documentation, case-management, and time-management skills
• Comfortable using technology for documentation, communication, assessment, and service delivery
• Ability to successfully complete required fingerprinting and background clearances
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, educators, administrators, and related-service professionals
• Professionalism, tact, discretion, and respect for student and family confidentiality

Requirements

• 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