Speech Language Pathologist - School Based
Listed compensation
$90k-$135k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
- Pay: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
- Location: Contra Costa County
- School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
At Ascend Rehab Services, our mission is simple—grow, learn, and develop alongside the children and families we serve. We believe every day holds the possibility of a miracle, and our team is passionate about making a meaningful impact through collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence.
We are seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to support K–12 students in a school setting within Contra Costa County while also serving in a mentorship and supervisory capacity for SLPAs and Clinical Fellows (CFs). This is an excellent opportunity for an SLP looking to expand into leadership, clinical mentorship, and team development while continuing to make a meaningful impact with students.
What You’ll Do
Conduct speech and language evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for students with a range of communication needs
Provide direct therapy services (individual and group) and support implementation of evidence-based interventions across school settings
Supervise, mentor, and collaborate with SLPAs, providing clinical guidance, support, and oversight to ensure quality service delivery and compliance
Provide Clinical Fellowship (CF) supervision, mentorship, feedback, and professional development support to emerging clinicians
Develop and implement IEP goals related to speech, language, social communication, pragmatics, and AAC needs as appropriate
Participate in IEP meetings, communicate with families, and collaborate closely with teachers, OTs, psychologists, and school staff to support student success
Maintain accurate documentation, progress reports, supervision requirements, and compliance with school and state guidelines
Why Ascend
- Competitive pay + sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
- PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave
- CEU support (in-house + reimbursement)
- Licensure and credential reimbursement
- Strong mentorship and clinical leadership support
- Company-issued laptop or iPad, plus access to therapy materials and resources
- Wellness incentives and employee recognition programs
- Leadership development and career growth opportunities
- Dedicated mentorship opportunities for AAC, supervision, and clinical leadership pathways
What We’re Looking For
- Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Active CA SLP License (or eligibility)
- Prior pediatric or school-based experience preferred
- Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and supporting clinician growth
- If you are interested, please contact Scarlett at (510) 362-0834 or email talent@ascendrehabinc.com
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Key Responsibilities
The Speech-Language Pathologist will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, and provide direct therapy services to K-12 students. Additionally, the role involves supervising and mentoring SLPAs and Clinical Fellows while collaborating with school staff to ensure compliance and student success.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and possess an active California SLP license or be eligible for one. Prior experience in pediatric or school-based settings is preferred, along with a strong commitment to clinical mentorship and professional growth.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
In California, the Speech-Language Pathology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$111k (142 salary observations; 334 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (1,208 salary observations; 4,685 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 83% have no call, 93% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$113k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $102k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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