School Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) | Low Caseloads | $50–$60/Hour

HealthPRO Pediatrics | Kent County, MD | Full-Time & Part-Time

Looking for a school-based SLP position where you can focus on students—not overwhelming caseloads?

HealthPRO Pediatrics is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide in-person services to a K–12 student population throughout Kent County Public Schools. This position begins with the 2026–2027 school year (August 24, 2026) and offers the opportunity to work within a smaller school district known for its collaborative, student-centered approach.

What We Offer

• $50–$60 per hour

• Full-Time position (35 hours per week)

• Part-Time candidates encouraged to apply

• Low caseloads due to the district's smaller student population

• School schedule with evenings, weekends, holidays, and summers off*

• Collaborative, supportive educational team

• Opportunity to work with students across elementary, middle, and high school settings

*School calendar and scheduled breaks apply.

Comprehensive Benefits

Full-Time Team Members

• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)

• Paid CEUs

• Professional dues & licensure reimbursement

• Life Insurance & AD&D

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Critical Illness, Hospitalization & Accident Insurance

• Workers' Compensation

• Pet Insurance

• Legal Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Tickets at Work employee discounts

Why HealthPRO Pediatrics?

Meaningful Work
Help students develop the communication skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom while making a lasting impact on their educational journey.

Supportive Team Environment
Collaborate with educators, families, and fellow therapy professionals in a welcoming, multidisciplinary setting focused on student success.

Professional Growth
Access continuing education, clinical support, and career development opportunities while working for one of the nation's leading pediatric therapy providers.

Work-Life Balance
Enjoy the predictable schedule and built-in breaks that come with a school-based position while maintaining a rewarding career.

Join Our Team

At HealthPRO Pediatrics, a division of HealthPRO Heritage, we're passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential while creating an environment where our clinicians can thrive. If you're looking for a supportive school district, manageable caseloads, competitive pay, and a team that values your expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join us for the 2026–2027 school year!

The speech therapist will provide speech/language/feeding & swallowing services to the pediatric population age 0-21 with developmental, neurological, and medical based disorders in a school setting. This position performs highly responsible work that will promote quality patient care and efficiency. The speech therapist is responsible for planning and administering evaluations, treatment plans, consults, screenings, parent education and promotes the overall health of the patient. The speech therapist will also collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including physicians, psychologists, therapists, BCBAs, school staff, and parents to provide holistic services. In addition, this position requires flexibility with scheduled hours as the company continues to thrive and grow.

• Provides skilled speech therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients.
• Adheres to state requirements for supervision of SLPAs and Clinical Fellows to provide services with the highest care standards
• Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment/ follow up programs.
• Promptly and thoroughly documents and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries.
• Maintains patient records confidentially.
• Records treatment charges daily and completes documentation in accurate and timely manner.
• Complies with the applicable State Speech Therapy Practice Act, codes and regulations

Additional Responsibilities:                                                                                                                                                       

• Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
• Maintains clean work area, clean treatment rooms and requests needed supplies.
• Maintains professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers and other professionals as it relates to collaboration of care for the patient.
• Keeps regular clinic hours as approved by Manager.
• Directs all patient scheduling matters through the front desk coordinator.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Needs:

(*HealthPro Pediatrics DOES NOT discriminate based on physical abilities and will put forth our greatest effort to work with all qualified candidates with adaptations of the following:)

• The job is minimally physical and requires light lifting and set up for training events. It also requires contribution to facility upkeep, e.g.: emptying trash containers, throwing trash in dumpster, etc.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data
• Must have ability to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper
• Must have reliable transportation or be public transportation savvy and be willing and able to travel between different job sites

Note: This job description does not list all the duties of the position. You may be assigned additional tasks by supervisors or managers based on organizational needs. Your performance will be evaluated based on the tasks outlined in this job description. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either party may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

• Graduate from an ASHA accredited Speech Therapy program
• Current State Speech Therapist license
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA when applicable
• Current CPR certification
• Efficient problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills and time management skills
• Must keep best interest of the client and family at the forefront of all activities
• Collaborative nature
• Allegiance to the mission, values, and vision of the organization
• Demonstrate knowledge of principles, techniques, materials and equipment in pediatric speech therapy.
• Ability to evaluate a patient’s speech therapy needs and communicate the patient’s needs to the legal guardian and/or appropriate parties involved in the patient’s care.
• Ability to communicate with a high degree of written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CPT & ICD 10 coding procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of speech therapy principles and practices.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of computer programs (EMRs)

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.