Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title:

Pay Range:

$55-70/hour

Job Description:

School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full Time | Lakewood, WA | 2026-2027 School Year

Ampersand Therapy is hiring Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for the rest of the 2026-2027 school year in Lakewood, Washington. We’re a therapist-operated company that puts clinicians and students first. This is an in-person position in a school setting, and we welcome both Clinical Fellows (CFs) and experienced SLPs to apply. New to schools? No problem - we provide mentorship and support!

Job Highlights:

• Location: Lakewood, WA

• Position: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - K-12 caseload

• Schedule: Full Time 1.0 FTE available as well as part-time positions

• School Year: 2026-2027

• Start Date: August/September 2026 for the entire school year

• In-person only

Responsibilities:

• Provide speech-language therapy services in a K-12 school setting

• Conduct evaluations and write reports

• Develop and implement IEP goals

• Collaborate with special education teams, educators, and families

• Complete documentation and progress monitoring in a timely manner

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Valid Washington State SLP license (or ability to obtain quickly)

• Washington ESA Certification required (or willingness to acquire)

• CFs welcome to apply

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid Sick Leave

• Healthcare Benefits*

• 401(k) with company matching

• W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance

• Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses

• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sites

• Referral bonuses

• No non-compete clauses

• Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching*

(*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period)

Why Work With Ampersand Therapy?

Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference. We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists-some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves. We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.

Our Values:

• Equity & Inclusion: We’re actively working to build a diverse, inclusive culture and support racial justice. We donate to organizations like The Conscious Kid and provide anti-racism resources to our team.

• Community Engagement: We volunteer with and support nonprofits such as Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth - and empower our team to support the causes that matter most to them.

• Environmental Sustainability: We reduce paper use, seek low-waste therapy options, and are committed to maintaining a negative carbon footprint.

Join our team of passionate school-based clinicians in Lakewood, WA and make a lasting impact with students!

Apply today to learn more.