Speech Language Pathologist

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist

Pay Range

$45-52/hour

Job Description

School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Full Time | Kansas City, MO | 2026-2027 School Year | Up to $52/hour

Ampersand Therapy is hiring Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for the 2026-2027 school year in Kansas City, Missouri. 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

• Position: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Schedule: Full Time
• School Year: 2026-2027
• In-person only
• Pay up to $55/hour

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language therapy services in a 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 Missouri State SLP license (or ability to obtain quickly)
• Valid MoPro Licensure
• CFs welcome to apply

Benefits & Perks

Paid Sick Leave

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

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 and make a lasting impact with students!

Please reach out to mariah@ampersandtherapy.com if you have any questions!