Speech Language Pathologist (The Chimes School)
Listed compensation
$88,924
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Job Description
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – The Chimes School
Compensation: $88,924 annually
Make an impact. Change lives. Grow your career.
The Chimes School is a nonpublic, MSDE-approved special education program serving students ages 5–21 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). We’re known for our supportive, team-based environment, strong clinical and behavioral services, and a shared commitment to helping every student build communication, independence, and confidence.
We’re expanding and looking for a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist who believes in the power of progress—one meaningful moment at a time.
What You’ll Do
- Provide speech/language evaluations and deliver therapy services (direct and consultative) aligned with student IEPs
- Develop measurable IEP goals and collaborate with educators, families, and related service providers.
- Maintain timely documentation and ensure compliance with applicable school and state requirements (including COMAR)
- Support staff with strategies and tools that enhance communication, including assistive technology as needed
- Participate in team meetings, professional development, and other school-based activitie. s
What You Bring
Education & Licensure
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution
- Maryland SLP license (current)
- ASHA CCC-SLP or eligibility for certification
Experience & Skills
- At least 1 year of relevant experience (school setting or working with children/individuals with disabilities preferred)
- Strong collaboration skills and a student-centered, compassionate approach
- Acceptable driving record (may be required based on assignment)
Why Chimes
- Mission-driven work that truly matters
- Supportive school environment with strong teamwork
- Training, mentorship, and growth opportunities
Benefits You’ll Love
- Medical plans starting as low as $6.90/month beginning Day 1
- Dental & vision coverage
- Life & disability insurance
- Generous PTO
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid training + tuition assistance
- Referral bonuses & recognition programs
Join the Chimes School and experience the fulfillment of making a difference—every single day.
To learn more and apply, visit chimes.org/Careers.
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Key Responsibilities
The Speech-Language Pathologist will provide direct and consultative therapy services while developing measurable IEP goals for students. They will also collaborate with educators and families to ensure compliance with school and state requirements.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a current Maryland SLP license. At least one year of relevant experience in a school setting or working with individuals with disabilities is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist (The Chimes School) at Chimes 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 6,763 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, 18% are remote, 38% have no call, 57% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$89k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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Living in Baltimore
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $203k≈ 2.3× annual pay
- Typical market rent
- $1,802/mo≈ 24% of gross pay
- Residents’ average commute
- 29 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 104.5
- State income tax
- Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.