Speech Language Pathologist - Maternity Leave Coverage

Eleutheria • Birmingham, AL

3d • $40 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to provide maternity leave coverage at i3 Elementary School in Birmingham, Alabama, during the 2026–2027 school year. The coverage period is November 2026 through February 2027. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position, Monday through Friday, with a caseload at i3 Elementary School. Pay is up to $42 per hour.

The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate and diagnose speech and language disorders, develop individualized therapy plans and service delivery models, and support students’ academic and social potential. The role includes collaborating with educators and families to support classroom carryover of communication skills, maintaining student records, coordinating services with school programs, and communicating student progress to the educational team.

Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company that emphasizes support and mentorship for school-based clinicians. The company is committed to equity, community impact, and an inclusive workplace. Benefits apply to employees working 0.8 FTE or above after a short waiting period.

Requirements

• Active Alabama State SLP license, or eligibility for one.
• Alabama Professional Educator Certificate with an endorsement in Speech Language Pathology.
• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• School-based experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations of students with communicative disorders.
• Evaluate and diagnose speech and language disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized education plans to meet the needs of students receiving therapy services.
• Develop appropriate service delivery models to meet students’ needs.
• Refer students to other professional and community agencies.
• Consult with classroom teachers and other school personnel to facilitate carryover of therapy gains into classroom activities.
• Provide information, support, and guidance to parents, guardians, and families.
• Assist teachers in identifying children with communicative disorders.
• Maintain records for students evaluated and receiving services.
• Inform administrators and other members of the educational team about program developments and student progress.
• Engage in personal professional growth and demonstrate professional ethics and leadership.
• Coordinate services with other school programs.
• Demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policy, and state and federal rules and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Liability insurance included with W-2 employment.
• Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses.
• Mileage reimbursement between sites.
• Referral bonuses.
• Competitive pay up to $42 per hour.
• Steady school-year schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time