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Portland, Oregon

Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55-$65/hr

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Job Description

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist

Pay Range

$55-$65/hourly

Job Description

Pay $55-65/hour | Portland, OR | Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) | School-Based | Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year

Position Details

  • Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) role
  • Position for the 2026-2027 school year
  • Portland, OR area
  • In-person, full-time (37.5 paid hours/week)
  • Self-Contained Special Education School serving students K-21

About the Role

Hello SLPs! Come work with a woman and therapist run company doing what you love! Ampersand Therapy is hiring Speech Language Pathologists for the 2026-2027 school year in Portland, OR. 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 ($55-65/hour)
  • Up to $2,000 bonus available!
  • 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 You'll Do

  • Provide speech therapy services in the school setting
  • Conduct assessments and write comprehensive evaluation reports
  • Develop and implement IEP goals and therapy plans
  • Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with school teams
  • Partner with teachers and families to support carryover of skills
  • Maintain timely documentation, progress notes, and compliance records
  • Monitor student progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

What We're Looking For

  • Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology
  • Active Oregon SLP License
  • Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred but not required

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

Provide speech therapy services, conduct assessments, and develop IEP goals for students in a school setting. Collaborate with teachers and families to support student progress and maintain accurate compliance documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and an active Oregon SLP license. Experience in school-based or pediatric settings is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

IEP DevelopmentStudent AssessmentCollaborationProgress MonitoringTreatment PlanningPediatric Speech PathologySchool-based Therapy

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 57% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$114k–$135kSpeech-Language Pathology median $104k (middle half $94k–$115k)290 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$121k in purchasing powerOregon index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Oregon82 active6,921 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 57% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$2k sign-onUS speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Speech-Language Pathology listings2,460 in the last 30 days1,371 the 30 days before (+79%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+4.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

26 jobs · 19 employers
5
<$110k
3
$110k-135k
14
$135k-160k
2
$160k-185k
2
$185k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
70% this job
CME allowance
50% this job
Sign-on bonus
35% this job
Loan repayment
35%
Relocation assistance
25%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Voice Speech Language Pathologist

Sutter Health · San Francisco, California

$142k-$199k
#2

Speech Language Pathologist ContractorContract

Cole Health · Schertz, Texas

$80-$90/hr
#3

Speech Language Pathologist, SLP

$72-$80/hr
#4

Pediatric Outpatient Speech Pathologist

$49.36-$78.25/hr
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,873 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Eleutheria

Health, Wellness & Fitness
Goodyear, Arizona
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $2,000 bonus
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

Living in Portland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$523k
Typical market rent
$1,719/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.