Assistant Speech-Language Pathologist

Assistant Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Contract Position

About Us

At Sensory World, we are building a supportive, play-based environment where children can grow, communicate, and thrive. We are looking for compassionate and motivated Speech-Language Pathologists who are passionate about helping children build communication skills through meaningful, individualized therapy.

This is a flexible contract position designed for therapists who value autonomy, work-life balance, and the ability to create their own schedule.

Position Overview

We are seeking Assistant Speech-Language Pathologists to provide speech and language therapy services to pediatric clients with a variety of communication needs, including speech delays, articulation disorders, language disorders, autism spectrum disorder, social communication challenges, fluency disorders, feeding concerns, and childhood apraxia of speech.

This position also offers the opportunity Supervision hours in accordance with ASHA and state supervision guidelines.

The ideal candidate is patient-centered, collaborative, creative, and comfortable working independently.

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling
• Create your own caseload and availability
• Contract position with autonomy and independence
• Minimal administrative responsibilities
• Supportive, family-centered environment
• Work-life balance focused culture
• Supervision opportunities available
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children’s lives

Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct speech and language evaluations and screenings
• Develop individualized treatment plans and therapy goals
• Provide evidence-based speech and language therapy services
• Treat pediatric clients with a variety of communication disorders and developmental differences
• Address articulation, expressive/receptive language, social communication, fluency, AAC, feeding, and motor speech needs as appropriate
• Implement individualized therapy strategies tailored to each child’s learning style and sensory needs
• Collaborate with families and caregivers regarding treatment progress and home strategies
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and session notes
• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment goals as needed
• Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with ASHA and state licensing requirements

Administrative Expectations

This position is intentionally designed to minimize administrative burden on therapists.

Therapists are only responsible for:

• Completing and submitting session documentation/therapy notes in a timely manner
• Maintaining active licensure and professional credentials
• Clinical supervision responsibilities if supervising SLPAs

Scheduling, billing, intake coordination, insurance, client communication, and operational support are handled internally.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Active state SLP license in good standing
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Clinical Fellows (CFs) may be considered for non-supervisory roles
• Experience working with pediatric populations preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Passion for helping children and families

Schedule

• Set your own hours
• Part-time, full-time, and hybrid opportunities available
• Flexible weekday and/or weekend availability welcomed

Employment Type

1099 Independent Contractor

Ideal Candidate

You are someone who:

• Loves working with children
• Wants flexibility and autonomy
• Prefers therapy over excessive paperwork
• Values creativity, compassion, and connection
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting other clinicians
• Wants to be part of a supportive and mission-driven environment

To Apply

If you are passionate about helping children communicate and thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Avondale, AZ 85323

Salary : $45 - $50