Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - School-Based - Sign on Bonus — Bellingham, WA - Contract

About the role

Thrive Therapies Group seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide on-site K-12 speech-language services in Bellingham and Whatcom County. This part-time, school-year role supports meaningful direct student therapy with access to clinical materials and operational resources. This role focuses on direct therapy — without evaluations or case management — with 40-minute sessions where scheduled and approved by the school team. Final scope will be confirmed for the Whatcom County contract.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech-language therapy consistent with student IEPs and the confirmed scope of services
• Deliver focused therapy sessions (40-minute sessions where scheduled and approved by the school team)
• Maintain accurate service documentation and track student progress
• Collaborate with school personnel, regional partners, behavioral specialists, and other clinicians
• Provide services consistent with applicable state, district, and professional requirements

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
• Current Washington State SLP license and/or Washington ESA School Speech-Language Pathologist credential, as required for assigned IEP services and district policies
• Experience with pediatric or school-age populations preferred
• Ability to complete required background checks and credentialing

Pay

$65–$80 per hour

Schedule

Approximately 6 hours per week (0.15 FTE); contract period October–June (immediate need)