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Aspire Educational Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Hybrid

Speech-Language Pathologist (Per Diem, Evaluations Only)

Speech-Language Pathologist 9.1 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$75-$80/hr

The week · per this postingWeekdays only

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Job Description

Aspire Educational Services (AES) is excited to announce part-time/Per Diem opportunities to work as an independent contractor with our award-winning partner school for a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) conducting evaluations only!

Why Contract with Us?

  • VERY competitive rate!
  • Opportunities to work as much or as little as you like.
  • Part-time/per diem/per evaluation work available.
  • Hybrid role: on-site testing and remote report writing.
  • Excellent career-enhancing opportunity, and a great way to gain experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough developmental evaluations.

Diagnose, assess, and develop individualized treatment plans for students experiencing communication problems involving speech and language or swallowing disorders that affect the ability to eat and drink properly.

Document evaluation findings clearly and comprehensively, highlighting areas of concern and recommending appropriate next steps.

Communicate assessment results effectively to families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to facilitate tailored intervention plans.

Maintain accurate records of all evaluations performed in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.

  • Join us in delivering impactful evaluations that pave the way for effective interventions!
  • Identify need for and make referral to other disciplines to address the comprehensive needs of the student.

Minimum Requirements

  • Master’s Degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited college or university.
  • Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) License or Certificate.
  • Proof of professional liability insurance.
  • 3 years of experience in a PreK-12 school setting.
  • Testing materials for conducting evaluations.
  • Valid Driver’s License, proof of registration and insurance.
  • Must have current (or be able to clear) required state and federal background checks and relevant clearances.
  • Speech-Language Pathologist Educational Specialist Certificate PK-12 (for public school assignments).

Why AES?

We don’t cut corners. Our academic partners and staff like that we are a small, boutique-style agency, as opposed to a large corporate-run franchise. We provide a high level of customer service, attention-to-detail, and quality work. In addition to building the company from scratch, Aspire’s owner/founder Dr. Jaime Friedman (LBS, Psy.D.) has earned an excellent reputation among clients, partners, and within the general community.

About Aspire Educational Services, Inc.

Aspire Educational Services (AES) is committed to providing educational support to charter, private, and public schools.

AES is able to fulfill staffing needs for positions including, but not limited to, school psychologists, counselors, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, personal care aides, therapeutic support staff, general education teachers, and special education teachers.

AES has earned a strong reputation for its commitment to providing the best in customer service to both schools and independent contractors.

At Aspire Educational Services, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key to fostering a vibrant and innovative community. We embrace the unique perspectives and talents of our academic partners. We celebrate the power of collaboration and respect. We build a culture that thrives on inclusivity, where every voice is heard and every contribution is valued.

Aspire does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion throughout our organization.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Speech Therapy and a valid SLP license or certificate. A minimum of 3 years of experience in a PreK-12 school setting and professional liability insurance are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Speech-Language PathologyTreatment PlanningCommunication DisordersDocumentationInterdisciplinary CollaborationStudent Support

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech-Language Pathologist (Per Diem, Evaluations Only) at Aspire Educational Services a 9.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,907 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts, remote work flexibility.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Aspire Educational Services holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 77/100, 5 active listings.

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 48% have no call, 48% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$161k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $165k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks31 jobs · 28 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 9.1
Among the best 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,907 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • Hybrid
  • Remote
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About Aspire Educational Services

Education Administration Programs
Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Schedule
Hybrid Work
Per Diem