Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Salinas, CA

Step into a meaningful role supporting students as a Speech Language Pathologist for the 2025-2026 academic year. You'll have the chance to make a difference at the elementary, middle, or high school level—or across K-12 assignments—depending on your skills and interests. This is a full-time, in-person, school-based position, reporting directly to the Director of Special Education and operating Monday through Friday.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Hold an active CA licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Clinical expertise in SLP-CCC, SLP-Healthcare, SLP-Pediatrics, SLP-Teletherapy, SLP-CFY, SLPA-School or SLPA-Healthcare is highly desirable
• School-based experience is preferred
• Deep commitment to working with students with special needs and their families
• Familiarity with special education processes, assessments, and disability categories (specialized experience with early learning/atypical impairments is a plus)
• Skilled in assessment, evaluation, consultation, and efficient organization of special education identification phases
• Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills—with a spirit of fun and optimism

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver consultative and advisory services to school staff on the diagnosis and remediation of speech and language concerns
• Conduct evaluations, screenings, and assessments for students referred to special education
• Participate in multidisciplinary teams to contribute assessment data and help develop student-specific IEPs
• Collaborate with families, staff, and healthcare providers to track student progress and support ongoing development
• Provide direct, individualized intervention to students to facilitate academic and personal communication growth
• Partner with general and special education staff to deliver effective language programming in classroom and community environments

This contract opportunity offers a highly competitive starting pay rate of $65 per hour (commensurate with experience and caseload), comprehensive benefits including healthcare, dental, vision, and 401(k), travel stipends for eligible travelers, and guaranteed hours for both direct and indirect services.

Envision yourself empowering students to find their voices and reach their goals—apply now to start your impactful journey!