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Eleutheria
Arvada, Colorado

Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist Top 25% in Speech Language PathologyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$104,000 - $135,200/year

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist

Pay Range

$50-65/hour

Job Description

  • Up to $50-65+/hour | Arvada, CO | Full-Time or Part-Time Available |
  • 2026–2027 School Year | School Based SLP | CFs Welcome!

Position Details

  • Multiple Openings Across Elementary, Middle, and High School Settings
  • ASD, AN, and SSN Center-Based Placements Available
  • Starting August 2026 for the entire school year

About the Role

Hello, SLPs! Ampersand Therapy is hiring Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for school-based positions in Arvada, CO. You'll support K–12 students by providing speech and language services that directly impact communication and learning.

This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' academic success while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in a supportive school environment. The role is ideal for both experienced SLPs and Clinical Fellows (CFs), with strong mentorship and ongoing support provided.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (Up to $65/hour) + flexible full-time or part-time schedules
  • Clinical Fellow (CF) mentorship and ongoing support
  • 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

What You'll Do

  • Provide speech-language therapy services in a K–12 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
  • Support students with articulation, language, fluency, and social communication
  • 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

  • Valid Colorado State SLP license (or ability to obtain)
  • Colorado CDE Certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders
  • Clinical Fellows (CFs) encouraged to apply
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills
  • School-based experience preferred, but not required

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a therapist-owned and 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.

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

Key Responsibilities

Provide speech-language therapy services in a K-12 school setting, including conducting assessments and developing IEP goals. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and families to support student communication and academic success.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a valid Colorado State SLP license. Candidates must also hold or be willing to obtain Colorado CDE Certification.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

IEP developmentAssessmentEvaluation reportingLanguage developmentTreatment planning

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist at Eleutheria a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,328 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 70% have no call, 95% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$58k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $56k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

15 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution15 jobs · 13 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks11 jobs

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
27% this job
Sign-on bonus
18%
Loan repayment
9%
PSLF eligible
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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$75-$95/hr
#3

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 6.6
Higher than about 8 in 10 of 6,328 Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10. Shaded area = share of comparable listings scoring below this one.

Living in Arvada

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$568k≈ 11.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,150/mo≈ 52% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Eleutheria

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11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare benefits
401(k) with company match
Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
Mileage reimbursement
Referral bonuses