Tacoma, WA - Speech-Language Pathologist

Thrive Therapies; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) with company match

10 days PTO + paid sick leave

Professional development stipend

$2,000 sign-on bonus

$1,000 retention bonus

Job summary

Thrive Therapies is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver comprehensive speech and language services to K–12 students. In this role, you will collaborate with educators and families, develop individualized IEP goals, and deliver direct therapy sessions while maintaining compliance with state regulations.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $97,000–$105,000 along with benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a CAA-accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Active state SLP license in good standing or initiation of licensure transfer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based speech and language services to K–12 students.
• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations using standardized tools.
• Develop individualized IEP goals and deliver therapy sessions.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

Tools

AAC systems

Job description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Thrive SLP you will deliver evidence-based speech and language services to students K–12 with a range of communication needs: language disorders, articulation and phonological delays, fluency, voice, and complex/AAC users. You will evaluate, diagnose, develop IEP goals, deliver direct and consultative services, and collaborate with special education teams, general educators, families, and related services providers to build inclusive, data-driven intervention plans. You are a full member of the community.

EVALUATION & ELIGIBILITY

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations using standardized and dynamic assessment tools (CELF, GFTA, TOLD, PLS, CASL, and others) to determine eligibility for services under IDEA and applicable state standards
• Complete full psycholinguistic profiles including receptive/expressive language, phonology, fluency, voice, and pragmatics as appropriate to the referral
• Write evaluation reports that are clinically rigorous, legally defensible, and accessible to IEP team members across disciplines
• Participate in eligibility determination meetings and provide clinical interpretation of results to families, educators, and administrators
• Conduct re-evaluations (triennials) in accordance with IDEA timelines

IEP DEVELOPMENT & SERVICE DELIVERY

• Develop individualized IEP goals that are measurable, standards-aligned, and meaningful to the student’s educational and communicative participation
• Deliver direct individual and small-group therapy sessions aligned to IEP goals across articulation, language, fluency, voice, AAC, and social communication
• Provide consultative services to general and special education teachers on communication strategies, classroom accommodations, and language-based learning supports
• Participate in IEP meetings as the SLP of record, including annual reviews, amendment meetings, and manifestation determinations when relevant
• Maintain accurate, timely service logs and progress notes in compliance with state documentation requirements — supported by Thrive’s AI documentation tools

COLLABORATION & TEAMING

• Partner with special education teachers, OTs, PTs, BCBAs, school psychologists, and mental health clinicians on integrated, student-centered IEP teams
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, home strategies, and upcoming IEP decisions in a way that is clear, warm, and jargon-free
• Consult with classroom teachers on language-based learning challenges, vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and written language supports
• Contribute to RTI/MTSS Tier 1 and Tier 2 language screening and progress monitoring at the universal level
• Coordinate with outside providers, medical professionals, and community agencies when clinically appropriate

AAC & SPECIALIZED POPULATIONS

• Evaluate for and implement augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems — including high-tech devices (Proloquo2Go, TouchChat, LAMP) and low-tech supports — for students with complex communication needs
• Train classroom staff, paraprofessionals, and families on AAC implementation and aided language stimulation strategies
• Serve students with a range of diagnoses including autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, developmental language disorder, and acquired communication disorders
• Implement evidence-based approaches including PROMPT, Lidcombe, DTTC, PECS, social thinking frameworks, and language experience approaches as appropriate to each student’s profile

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a CAA-accredited program
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA, OR active Clinical Fellowship (CF) with CCC-SLP supervision provided by Thrive
• Active state SLP license in good standing, or documented initiation of licensure transfer prior to start date
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP process, eligibility criteria, and special education law as it applies to SLP services in K–12 settings

PREFERRED

• 1+ years of school-based SLP experience (CF year in a school setting counts)
• Experience with AAC evaluation and implementation
• Bilingual (Spanish) — bilingual SLPs are strongly encouraged to apply; additional compensation applies
• Familiarity with RTI/MTSS frameworks and universal screening protocols
• Experience serving students with autism, complex communication needs, or significant cognitive disabilities

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive W-2 salary: $97,000–$105,000 based on credentials, experience, and
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) effective your first day
• 401(k) with company match
• 10 days PTO + paid sick leave
• Professional development stipend ($1,000–$2,000 annually) for CEUs, conferences, and certifications
• $2,000 sign-on bonus (paid at 90 days)
• $1,000 semester retention bonus per semester completed
• CCC-SLP (ASHA) dues and state licensure fees fully reimbursed
• Malpractice and professional liability coverage provided by Thrive
• No non-compete clause — we earn your loyalty by being a place worth staying