Clinical Competency, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Coaching, Communication Skills, Communicative Disorders, Community of Practice (CoP), Data Analysis, Documentation Standards, Educational Administration, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Legal, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Management Strategy, Multilingual, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Project Tracking, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Reimbursement, School Psychology, Service Delivery, Spanish Language, Special Education, Speech and Language Pathology, Team Player, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Treatment Plan
Position Title: Speech-Language Pathologist — School-Based (On-Site)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Part-Time Options Available
Employer: EmpatSpeech (candidate is employed by EmpatSpeech, not the school)
Service Setting: Traditional K–12 School Campus (in-person, on-site)
Locations: Santa Fe, New Mexico, Springfield, MO, Multiple Cities, TX, Multiple Cities, California
Reports To: EmpatSpeech Clinical Supervisor / Director of Clinical Services
Licensing: Valid SLP license in the state of service (NM, CA, TX, or MO preferred)
FLSA Status: Exempt
About EmpatSpeech
EmpatSpeech is a mission-driven speech-language services organization dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, culturally responsive SLP services for students who need them most. We partner with schools to place trained, supported SLPs directly on campus, bringing our evidence-based curriculum, supervision model, and professional development infrastructure into the heart of each school community.
The Opportunity
As a School-Based SLP with EmpatSpeech, you will deliver speech-language services directly to students on a school campus, using EmpatSpeech's curriculum, assessment frameworks, and clinical tools. This is a unique embedded role: you are part of the school community every day, yet your clinical home is EmpatSpeech. You'll benefit from robust onboarding, ongoing coaching, and a collaborative team of SLPs, while making a tangible, daily difference for students.
What Makes This Role Distinct
Unlike a district-employed SLP or an independent contractor, you will:
Be employed, trained, and clinically supervised by EmpatSpeech
Follow EmpatSpeech's curriculum, documentation standards, and service delivery models
Serve students within a school setting alongside school staff, educators, and administrators
Act as a professional bridge, representing EmpatSpeech's standards while building trust with school partners
Participate in EmpatSpeech professional development, peer consultation, and quality reviews
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Service Delivery
- Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations using EmpatSpeech-approved assessment protocols
- Develop individualized treatment plans aligned to EmpatSpeech's curriculum framework and each student's IEP goals
- Deliver individual and small-group therapy sessions (in-person, on campus) with fidelity to EmpatSpeech's evidence-based approaches
- Implement culturally and linguistically responsive practices for diverse student populations
- Collect and analyze session data to monitor progress and adjust treatment accordingly
School Community Integration
- Build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with teachers, special education coordinators, school psychologists, administrators, and families
- Participate in IEP meetings, student support team meetings, and school-based collaboration as a representative of EmpatSpeech
- Communicate effectively with school staff about student progress while maintaining FERPA compliance and EmpatSpeech confidentiality standards
- Navigate situations where school expectations and EmpatSpeech clinical standards may differ — escalating to EmpatSpeech supervision when needed
- Serve as a visible, trusted presence in the school building
Documentation & Compliance
- Complete all clinical documentation in EmpatSpeech's designated system within required timelines
- Maintain compliance with IDEA, state special education regulations, and EmpatSpeech quality standards
- Ensure all services are documented in accordance with IEP mandates and EmpatSpeech record-keeping protocols
- Participate in EmpatSpeech data reviews, outcome reporting, and quality improvement processes
Professional Development & Team Participation
- Attend all required EmpatSpeech training, onboarding modules, and continuing education sessions
Engage in regular supervision with EmpatSpeech Clinical Supervisor
Contribute to peer consultation, team calls, and EmpatSpeech community of practice
- Pursue ongoing professional development in alignment with ASHA and EmpatSpeech standards
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree (MS or MA) in Communication Sciences and Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA or CCC in active pursuit
- Current, valid SLP licensure (NM, CA, TX, or MO strongly preferred)
School-based or pediatric clinical experience (practicum or post-graduate)
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Commitment to culturally responsive, equity-centered practice
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of school-based SLP experience post-graduation
- Experience working with diverse student populations, including ELL students
- Familiarity with IDEA, IEP processes, and special education law
- Bilingual or multilingual skills (Spanish strongly valued)
- Experience with third-party or contracted service delivery in educational settings
What EmpatSpeech Offers
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Health, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off and holidays
CEU reimbursement and ASHA dues support
Malpractice and professional liability coverage
Support & Development
Dedicated EmpatSpeech clinical supervisor
Structured onboarding and curriculum training
Regular peer consultation and team calls
Clear escalation pathways for school conflicts
Career growth within EmpatSpeech's growing network