Speech Language Pathologist
Listed compensation
$50-$60/hr
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Job Description
Job Title
Speech Language Pathologist
Pay Range
$50-$60/hourly
Job Description
Pay $50-60/hour | Forest Lake, MN | Speech Language Pathologist | Leave Coverage January-April | Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year
Position Details
- Speech Language Pathologist role
- Leave Coverage from January-April
Elementary Caseload
- In-person, full-time role (37.5 paid hours per week)
- Tier 3 or 4 PELSB SLP license required
- Must pass a background check and drug screening
About the Role
Hello SLPs! Come work with a teacher and therapist run company doing what you love! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist for the 2026-2027 school year in the Forest Lake, MN area. We’re seeking passionate and collaborative professionals who are excited to make a meaningful impact in the school-based setting.
Why Join Us
- Competitive pay ($50-60/hour)
- W-2 employment with liability insurance included
- Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
- Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
- Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses
- Mentorship and ongoing support from school-based professionals
What We're Looking For
- Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology
- Active Minnesota SLP license through PELSB (Tier 3 or 4)
- Must pass background check and drug screening
- Previous experience working in the classroom setting is preferred
About Ampersand Therapy
Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.
*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.
Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.
Key Responsibilities
The Speech Language Pathologist will manage an elementary caseload and provide in-person therapy services during a leave coverage period. The role involves collaborating with school-based professionals to support student development within the classroom setting.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and an active Tier 3 or 4 PELSB license. Applicants are required to pass a background check and drug screening, with previous classroom experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 60% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in speech language pathology | ranked against 6,740 Speech Language Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$116k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathology listings in Minnesota | 86 active | 6,837 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 5% remote · 60% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US Speech-Language Pathologist listings: 9% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Speech-Language Pathology listings | 2,494 in the last 30 days | 1,244 the 30 days before (+100%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Speech-Language Pathology pay trend | +4.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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