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School-Based Speech Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)

Speech-Language PathologistNo weekendsContract

Listed compensation

$80-$140/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

  • Location: 20019, 20020, or 20032 (Serving WDC Schools)
  • Employment Type: Part to Full-Time Contractor
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday | School-Based Hours
  • Pre-K - Kindergarten 20020 = 4 days a week
  • 2nd - 8th grade 20019 = 26 hours a week (roughly)
  • Pre-K- 1st grade 20032 = 25 hours a week

Make a Difference in Students’ Lives While Enjoying Flexibility

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide high-quality therapy services within Washington DC schools. This is a great opportunity for an SLP who wants the consistency of a school schedule while enjoying the flexibility and autonomy of a contractor role.

As part of our school-based therapy team, you will collaborate with educators, families, and school staff to support students in developing the skills needed to participate, learn, and thrive in the classroom and beyond.

Compensation

$80-$90 per session (Contractor Rate) & $350/Evaluations

  • Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications

Position Highlights

  • School-based schedule
  • Consistent weekday hours
  • Opportunity to support students across a variety of needs and age groups
  • Collaborative partnership with teachers, families, and school teams
  • Independence and flexibility that comes with a contractor role

Speech Therapist Responsibilities

  • Provide speech therapy evaluations, assessments, and treatment services for students
  • Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on student needs
  • Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and families to promote student success
  • Complete required documentation and maintain compliance with school and professional standards
  • Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting student outcomes

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
  • Active Washington DC Speech Therapy license
  • Experience working with children preferred
  • School-based experience preferred but not required

Why Join Our Team?

We know therapists do their best work when they feel supported. Our clinicians value collaboration, strong relationships, and being part of a team that is committed to helping children reach their goals.

If you are looking for a rewarding school-based SLP opportunity with competitive per session pay, full-time hours, and the flexibility of a contractor role, we would love to connect with you.

Apply today and help students build the skills they need to succeed!

Key Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will provide speech therapy evaluations, assessments, and treatment services to students in a school setting. They will also collaborate with educators, families, and school staff to develop and implement individualized therapy plans.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment PlanningMultidisciplinary TeamworkStudent Support

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 15% are remote, 40% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

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

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in speech language pathologyranked against 6,823 Speech Language Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedSpeech-Language Pathology median $140k (middle half $125k–$156k)214 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingDistrict of Columbia index 109.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in District of Columbia6 active6,951 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 15% remote · 40% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+4.2% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (6,823 Speech Language Pathology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 16 employers

13
<$150k
7
$150k-165k
1
$166k
1
$189k
4
$195k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs · 16 employers

401k / retirement match
75%
CME allowance
55%
Loan repayment
20%
Sign-on bonus
10%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$80-$130/hr
#2

School Speech-Language Pathologist - BronxContract

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$75-$95/hr
#3

School Speech-Language Pathologist - Brooklyn

$75-$95/hr
#4

School Speech-Language Pathologist - Manhattan

$75-$95/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,823 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends