School-Based Bilingual SLP|Northwest Phoenix

About the Role

Mariposa Therapy Services is seeking school-based Speech Language Pathologists and Speech Language Pathologist-Assistants for the 2026-2027 school year. We are a clinician-led, multidisciplinary organization that has partnered with public and charter schools throughout the Greater Phoenix metropolitan area for over 17 years to provide evidence-based therapy services. Our school-based therapy focuses on empowering students through creative, strengths-based intervention while building lasting relationships with educators, families, and school communities.

Available School Locations

• Northwest Phoenix – Bilingual CCC or CF (bilingual SLP team collaborates on cases, shares specialized resources, and supports one another in bilingual assessment and service delivery)
• Avondale – CCC or CF
• Central Phoenix (Biltmore/Camelback Corridor) – needs CCC for some supervision
• Queen Creek – CCC or CF

Additional positions may become available throughout the Greater Phoenix area as we partner with multiple school districts and charters across the Valley. We match each therapist with the district, commute, and schedule that best fits their preferences.

Compensation

• Full-Time Annual Salary — CCC-SLP: $89,800
• Full-Time Annual Salary — Bilingual CCC-SLP: $91,800 (includes bilingual stipend of $2,000 for qualifying bilingual SLPs who hold their Certificate of Clinical Competence)

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical base plan for eligible full-time employees (no employee premium contribution required; enhanced coverage options available at additional cost)
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance (eligibility applies)
• Paid sick time and paid time off
• 401(k) Safe Harbor with a 3% employer contribution (eligibility applies)
• Professional development funding
• Unlimited web-based CEU 24/7 platform
• Therapy supplies and materials provided
• Dedicated administrative support
• Company-sponsored events and community engagement opportunities

SLP Support & Resources

• Access to an extensive library of clinical resources, assessment materials, templates, and therapy tools
• A dedicated School Director who serves as your liaison with school leadership
• Assistance obtaining the information, materials, scheduling support, and resources you need
• Collaborative problem-solving for caseload, scheduling, and school-site concerns
• Additional workload support during periods with a high volume of evaluations
• Structured onboarding and ongoing guidance throughout the school year
• Technology that supports clinicians, including AI-assisted documentation tools and workflow innovations that reduce administrative burden
• Dedicated administrative support for scheduling, compliance, and onboarding

Why Therapists Choose Mariposa

• Therapist-led leadership that understands school caseloads, documentation, and collaboration with educational teams
• Long-standing school partnerships with established district relationships throughout the Phoenix metro area
• Clinical autonomy supported by experienced leaders and collaborative school teams
• Multidisciplinary collaboration alongside SLPs, PTs, educators, and special education teams
• Opportunities for both full-time and part-time schedules designed to support work-life balance

Career Growth Opportunities

• Structured onboarding with mentorship and leadership support designed to set you up for success from day one
• New graduate friendly – we welcome new graduates who are eager to learn within a collaborative and supportive environment
• Professional growth through paid CEUs, ongoing development opportunities, and specialty learning pathways
• Leadership opportunities including clinical mentorship, student supervision, and leadership roles as your career evolves
• Therapist-led culture working alongside experienced clinicians who value collaboration, creativity, and meaningful student outcomes

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based occupational therapy services that support student participation and educational access
• Utilize creative, engaging, and strengths-based intervention strategies to support students with diverse developmental needs, including autistic and neurodiverse learners
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and school teams to develop practical strategies that promote participation and independence throughout the school day
• Partner with multidisciplinary team members to provide coordinated, student-centered services
• Complete timely documentation, progress reports, and IEP-related documentation using technology designed to support clinician efficiency
• Establish positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, educators, and colleagues
• Comply with district policies and applicable state and federal regulations governing school-based therapy services
• SLP: complete evaluations and determine service recommendations as appropriate to educational needs
• SLP-A: provide services under appropriate supervision in accordance with Arizona licensure requirements, Arizona Department of Health Services regulations, and professional board standards

Qualifications

Speech Language Pathologists-Assistants (SLP-A)

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's from an accredited Speech Language Pathology-Assistant program
• Arizona SLP-A license (current and valid)
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Class One Clearance Card (IVP number must appear on front of card)