Speech Language Pathologist (School Services) - $48-54 per hour

Cross Country Education; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Speech Language Pathologist for a local contract in Elkton, Maryland, serving students ages 3–21 under IEPs. The role involves screenings, assessments, therapy, and documentation across multiple school sites.

Ideal candidates hold a Master's in SLP and Maryland license or CF eligibility, with school-based experience preferred. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required as is the ability to pass background screening.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent.
• Maryland SLP license active or Clinical Fellowship eligibility.
• School-based experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and background screening readiness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language screenings, assessments, and therapy for students ages 3–21 under IEPs.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized goals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reporting in compliance with state/district requirements.
• Provide services across assigned school sites in various educational settings.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services School Speech Language Pathologist for a local contract job in Elkton, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services School Speech Language Pathologist for a local contract job in Elkton, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: School Services
• Duration: 41 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Ready to help students find their voice and thrive in the classroom? Cross Country Education is seeking dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists and welcoming Clinical Fellows (CFs) to provide assessment, intervention, and collaborative special education services for the 2026–2027 school year in the Elkton, MD area.
Position Overview
Conduct speech-language screenings, assessments, therapy, and documentation for students ages 3–21 in accordance with IEPs.
Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized student goals.
Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, and compliance with state and district requirements.
Provide services across assigned school sites, supporting students in a variety of educational settings.

Qualifications
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
Active Maryland Speech-Language Pathologist License or eligibility to begin a Clinical Fellowship in Maryland
School-based experience with evaluations, IEPs, and multidisciplinary collaboration preferred
Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation, and ability to complete required background screening

Why Join Cross Country Education?

Competitive Pay: Earn a competitive wage based on experience, featuring weekly pay and bonus opportunities:
SLPs: $52.70 - $53.80/hr
Clinical Fellows: $48.20 - $49.20/hr
Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.
Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the stability of a consistent, full-time 35-hour work week, including paid sick leave.
Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education: www.crosscountry.com/education
Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Cross Country Education Job ID #a2m98f7j4esx. Posted job title: School Speech-Language Pathologist

About Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.