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Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$45-$55/hr

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Job Description

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist

Pay Range

$45-55/hour

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist | Up to $55/hour | Columbia, SC | Part-Time | 2026-2027 School Year

Position Details

  • Part-time Time is approx 5 hrs a week
  • For the entire 26-27 School Year

About the Role

Hi, SLPs! Ampersand Therapy is hiring Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for a school-based position in Columbia, SC. You’ll support students by providing speech and language services that directly impact communication and learning. This role is ideal for both experienced SLPs and newer SLPs

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (Up to $55/hour) + flexible full-time or part-time schedules
  • 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 South Carolina State SLP license (or ability to obtain)
  • South Carolina Education 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, 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-language therapy services in a K-12 school setting, including conducting assessments and developing IEP goals. Collaborate with school teams and families to support student progress and maintain accurate documentation.

Requirements

Requires a Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a valid South Carolina State SLP license. Clinical Fellows are encouraged to apply, and school-based experience is preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

IEP developmentEvaluation reportingArticulation therapyFluency therapyTreatment planningStudent assessment

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 40% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $111k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution30 jobs · 16 employers

10
<$100k
3
$100k-120k
1
$129k
15
$140k-160k
1
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks28 jobs · 16 employers

401k / retirement match
93% this job
CME allowance
43% this job
PSLF eligible
18%
Loan repayment
14%
Relocation assistance
14%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,768 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Columbia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$220k
Typical market rent
$1,479/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.7
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbia, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

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