Elementary Speech Language Pathologist | AAC
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Salary Range: $59K–$80K
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Job Description
- Elementary Speech-Language Pathologist | AAC Focus
- Location: Chestertown, MD
- School Year: August 17, 2026 – June 14, 2027
- Salary Range: $59,000–$80,000 annually (based on experience)
About the Opportunity
AnthroMed Education is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join one of our trusted school partners in Chestertown, Maryland for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an exciting opportunity for an SLP with an interest in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) to support elementary students and help foster meaningful communication skills.
You'll join a small, close-knit district that values collaboration and teamwork. The special education team works closely across disciplines to provide comprehensive support for students, making this an excellent environment for clinicians who enjoy being part of a supportive team while making a lasting impact.
What You'll Do
- Provide speech-language therapy services to elementary students
- Conduct evaluations and assess speech, language, and communication needs
- Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Support students using AAC systems and devices
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Participate in IEP meetings, assessments, and team planning
- Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with IDEA and Maryland state regulations
- Caseload Details
- Elementary students (Grades K–5)
- Caseload of approximately 40–45 students
- Opportunity to work with and implement AAC devices and communication systems
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders
- Active Maryland SLP license (or eligibility for licensure)
- Previous school-based experience preferred, but not required
- Interest or experience working with AAC is highly preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Why You'll Love Working with AnthroMed Education
- Competitive annual salary of $59,000–$80,000 based on experience, paid weekly over 52 weeks
- Paid time off plus pay during all school breaks, including Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring Break
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a PPO medical plan with $0 payroll deductions
- 401(k) with a 100% employer match up to 3%, beginning on Day 1
- Employer-paid short-term disability and paid parental leave
- Annual materials stipend
- 100% reimbursement for licensure dues and professional expenses
- Free CEUs, therapy resources, and access to guest speaker series
- Ongoing mentorship and individualized support from a dedicated Clinical Director
- Collaborative team culture with regular professional development and peer connection opportunities
If you're passionate about helping students find their voice and are interested in expanding your AAC experience in a supportive school setting, we'd love to connect with you.
AnthroMed Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AnthroMed LLC does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, military status, height, weight, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide speech-language therapy and AAC support to elementary students in grades K-5. Conduct evaluations, develop IEPs, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to foster communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Elementary Speech Language Pathologist | AAC at AnthroMed Education (School Services) a 8.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,763 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc.
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 38% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $66k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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