Speech-Language Pathologist: Full-Time Elementary School
About The Position
Chatterboxes is hiring a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist for an established elementary school placement in Virginia. The role supports an existing school caseload and involves building relationships with students and school staff while maintaining continuity of services. The current service arrangement is virtual, Monday through Friday, and the schedule follows the district's school calendar. The clinician will provide individualized and small-group therapy, conduct evaluations, contribute to eligibility decisions, develop and implement IEP goals, monitor progress, and maintain documentation. The role involves coordinating with another SLP and partnering with teachers, families, and special education staff. Services should be individualized and neurodiversity-affirming, respecting students' communication preferences and autonomy while supporting functional communication and meaningful participation. Chatterboxes describes a supportive clinical community grounded in its Sanctuary Model. Clinicians have monthly one-to-one conversations with a Sanctuary Leader, opportunities to collaborate and connect with fellow SLPs, and access to clinical leaders who value clinician perspectives. Optional coffee conversations, regional gatherings, and virtual opportunities are also available.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Active Virginia SLP license before beginning services.
- Thoughtful clinical judgment and a collaborative approach.
- Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
- Comfort working with elementary-aged students in a school-based setting.
Nice To Haves
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC); preferred but not required.
- School-based services experience; preferred.
- Clinical Fellowship applicants are welcome, with appropriate supervision and licensure arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized and small-group speech-language therapy.
- Complete evaluations and contribute to eligibility decisions.
- Develop and implement IEP goals, monitor student progress, and maintain appropriate documentation.
- Collaborate with the other SLP to coordinate services, evaluations, and student needs.
- Partner with teachers, families, and the special education team to support communication skills across the school environment.
- Help maintain consistency and continuity of care throughout the placement.
- Provide individualized, neurodiversity-affirming services that respect students' communication preferences, support autonomy, and prioritize functional communication and meaningful participation.
Benefits
- CEU reimbursement and opportunities for continued learning.
- ASHA membership dues and applicable state licensure fees.
- 401(k) retirement savings for full-time employees.
- Financial empowerment resources.
- Paid time off and holiday benefits, including floating holidays.
- Health and other employee benefits, if eligible.
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Job Type
Full-time
