SLP- Speech Language Pathologist, Tacoma Washington

Assessment Intervention Management • Tacoma, WA

73d • Hybrid

About The Position

AIM (Assessment Intervention Management) is seeking experienced Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for a 1099 Independent Contractor opportunity in Tacoma, Washington. AIM is a services company that provides special education services, pairing clinicians with technology. They are expanding to the Puget Sound area and are looking for SLPs who want the freedom of independent practice with the support of a partner. AIM offers flexibility in caseload, calendar, and workload, along with proprietary technology for documentation and therapy management, provision of testing kits and protocols, a collaborative clinical community with professional development, and a ground-floor opportunity in establishing AIM's presence in Washington with steady referral volume.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Washington Educational Staff Associate (ESA) certificate for speech-language pathologists, issued by OSPI (required for practice in Washington public schools)
• Valid background check clearing you to work in Washington public schools (fingerprint-based, per OSPI requirements)
• Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual or Monolingual
• Washington Department of Health SLP license and/or ASHA CCC-SLP preferred
• Experienced out-of-state SLPs: Washington offers a Conditional ESA pathway that allows qualified candidates to begin work while completing full certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide individual and group therapy aligned with IEP goals
• Evaluate student progress and readiness for dismissal from services
• Conduct independent evaluations to assess eligibility for speech-language services
• Participate in IEP meetings to support appropriate placement and goal setting
• Collaborate with teachers to support communication skills through classroom activities
• Provide guidance to school personnel on identifying and understanding communication deficits
• Communicate therapy goals and progress with colleagues, students, and parents
• Support ongoing evaluation of speech-language services and recommend improvements
• Assist in the selection of equipment and instructional materials
• Compile and maintain accurate, timely reports and records meeting district and state requirements

Benefits

• True flexibility — You control your caseload, calendar, and workload.
• Innovative tools — Access to AIM's proprietary technology suite, designed to streamline documentation and therapy management.
• Testing kits and protocols provided
• A collaborative clinical community — Optional monthly professional development and a network of experienced clinicians.
• Ground-floor opportunity — Be part of establishing AIM's presence in Washington, with steady referral volume as our district partnerships grow.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior