Speech-Language Pathologist (1099 Contract) - 2-3 hours/week

Do you have a passion for empowering children with communication differences and creating a more inclusive world? Are you looking for flexible, meaningful clinical work that fits your professional goals and lifestyle?

Little Fish Speech Therapy is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team as an independent contractor (1099) for a part-time hybrid position. This opportunity is a great fit for an SLP looking to supplement their current caseload, grow their clinical experience, or build their professional goals while providing relationship-based, child-centered care to children and families.

About Us:

Little Fish Speech Therapy is a compassionate pediatric therapy practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for children with a variety of communication needs. We embrace neurodiversity and believe in meeting each child where they are on their unique journey. Our mission is to empower children to communicate authentically and confidently.

We're looking to connect with candidates who:

• Are passionate about supporting children with diverse communication needs and neurodivergent learners
• Value relationship-based, child-led, and developmentally informed approaches to therapy
• Are seeking flexible scheduling and the ability to create a caseload that fits their lifestyle
• Enjoy working collaboratively with families and caregivers to support meaningful progress
• Are committed to providing thoughtful, individualized care

Position Overview:

• Provide individualized therapy services to children with diverse communication needs, with a focus on supporting neurodivergent children ages 5-12 through developmentally appropriate, relationship-based interventions.
• Current caseload includes 2-4 in-home sessions and 1 telehealth session per week, with each treatment session lasting 35 minutes.
• Implement individualized treatment plans using a variety of therapeutic techniques.
• Complete daily SOAP notes; maintain accurate case records. Document progress notes and maintain accurate case records.
• Collaborate effectively with families and caregivers to ensure consistent carry-over of therapeutic strategies.
• Ensure adherence to all HIPAA regulations in the evaluation, treatment, and documentation of patients.

Qualifications:

• You hold a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university
• You have the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
• You have active professional liability insurance coverage throughout the duration of their contract. Coverage must include a minimum of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate limits.
• You have a minimum of 1 year of experience working as a speech therapist working with the neurodivergent population
• You’re flexible in therapy sessions - you’re excellent at thinking on your feet and letting the child lead you during therapy
• You have a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic demeanor

Contract Details:

• Independent contractor (1099) position
• Minimum commitment of 2–3 hours per week, with the opportunity to grow your caseload over time
• Afternoon and early evening availability preferred to meet family scheduling needs
• Compensation: $43 per 35-minute session (includes 5 minutes for documentation)
• Clinicians are responsible for transportation and travel expenses related to in-home visits.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Flexible schedule
• Small, manageable caseload with meaningful clinical work
• Hybrid flexibility (in-home and virtual services)
• Supportive, neurodiversity-affirming team environment
• Opportunity to grow with a private practice over time

Location:

• Current in-home service needs are located in zip codes 80247 and 80017.

Application Process:

• Submit application and answer application questions
• 1st round interview: 5-10 minute Zoom meeting
• 2nd round interview: 30-45 minute Zoom meeting
• Receive Decision

Ready to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the flexibility you need? We’d love to connect with you. Apply today to learn more about joining our team and supporting children and families through relationship-based care.

Little Fish Speech Therapy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. All offers of employment are contingent upon the results of a job-related background check.

Pay: $50.00 - $65.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

License/Certification:

• DORA SLP Licensure (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Denver, CO 80247

Salary : $50 - $65