School Based Speech Language Pathologist - 26.27 School Year
Location: Akron, Ohio and the surrounding suburbs
Employment Type: W2 (Benefits eligible based on hours)
Start Date: 2026–2027 school year
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, school hours (typically 7-hour days)
- School year contract (2026–2027)
Why SLPs Choose PSI
- Competitive pay that reflects your education, experience, goals, and expertise
- Flexible scheduling for real work-life balance
- Benefits starting at 30 hours per week
- Paid time off to rest and recharge
- 401(k) with company contributions
- CEU and professional development support
- Clinical mentorship and ongoing support from experienced SLPs
- Strong, long-standing district relationships for stability
- Award-winning culture recognized as a Top Workplace
Assignment Experience
- Conduct speech and language evaluations and re-evaluations
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans
- Exposure to a variety of grade levels (PreK–12 opportunities)
- 1–2 building placements when possible
- Collaborative teams including psychologists, counselors, intervention specialists, and administration
Your Impact as an SLP
You’ll support students’ speech, language, and communication development while helping schools create environments where students can succeed academically and socially.
Responsibilities
- Conduct speech and language evaluations and re-evaluations
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans
- Provide direct speech-language therapy (individual and group)
- Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on data
- Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Support MTSS/RTI initiatives as appropriate
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Valid SLP license (state-specific)
- School-based experience preferred, but newer professionals encouraged to apply—mentorship available
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Passion for supporting student speech, language, and communication development
Benefits
PSI believes in supporting the whole professional—not just filling a role. Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision (for eligible hours)
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off
- CEU and license support
- Professional development opportunities
About PSI
For close to 50 years, PSI has been a leader in educational and school health services. Founded through collaboration between Cleveland Diocesan Schools and Kent State University school psychologists, PSI was built on innovative, student-centered thinking—and that mindset continues today. We focus on:
- Whole-child service models
- Strong school partnerships
- Long-term placement success
- Supporting clinicians, not just staffing positions
Through our 2023 partnership with ESS, PSI has expanded nationally while maintaining the local, relationship-driven support clinicians value.