Speech Language Pathologist
TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide Speech Language Pathology (SLP) services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality Speech Language Pathology (SLP) services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.
About the role
This is a full-time, short-term virtual role as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) serving a school located in Indiana. The SLP will provide therapy services to students, conduct assessments, develop IEP plans, evaluate progress, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents). The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.
This is a 1099 independent contractor position for 37-40 hours per week, beginning August 2026 and continuing through October 31, 2026 to provide leave coverage. You will serve students in Kindergarten through 12th grade with a caseload of approximately 110 students, shared between an on-site SLPA and 1-1.5 virtual SLPs.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct and indirect therapy services
- Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs)
- Case management, evaluations, and treatment planning
- IEP development and progress monitoring
- Documentation and participation in multidisciplinary team meetings
- Guaranteed paid hours, including direct services, documentation, planning, meetings, and administrative responsibilities
- Ongoing collaboration and support from both the partnering school district and the TheraPeds Partners team
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, both:
- An Indiana Speech-Language Pathology License issued by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (IPLA)
- An Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) Communication Disorders (School Services) License
- Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of successful virtual school-based Speech-Language Pathology experience
- Experience providing teletherapy services to K-12 students, including direct and indirect services, evaluations, IEP development, and case management
- Experience supervising Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) preferred
- Strong knowledge of IDEA, special education procedures, and school-based service delivery
- Excellent organizational, documentation, and time management skills
- Proficiency with virtual therapy platforms, educational technology, and electronic documentation systems
- Ability to collaborate effectively with school staff, administrators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Demonstrated professionalism, communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while exercising sound judgment and discretion
Physical Requirements
Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.
Pay
$60-$65 per hour (1099) ($2,250-$2,437/week)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
- Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
- Guaranteed hours
- Bi-monthly salary deposits