Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Palm Desert, CA

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Job Description

Make an impact by providing essential speech-language services for students in an engaging educational setting near Palm Desert, CA. This is a full-time, contract opportunity for the 2026-2027 school year, designed for candidates who are open to a longer-term assignment and excited about making a difference onsite.

Key Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required
Holds SLP-CCC or eligible Clinical Fellow (CF); recent graduates welcome to apply
Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred, though applications from monolingual candidates are encouraged
Valid Certificate of Clearance (COC) necessary
Experience in school-based settings, SEIS documentation, and/or familiarity with CA Medicaid (Paradigm) is highly desirable
Comfortable with PreK populations and open to working across both mild-moderate and some severe needs, including use of AAC devices
Candidates should be willing to consider an itinerant schedule, depending on assignment needs

Role Responsibilities:

Provide direct speech and language therapy to students, prioritizing PreK ages
Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement IEP goals
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in compliance with school, state, and federal requirements
Foster an inclusive classroom environment and tailor communication strategies to meet diverse student needs
Participate in team meetings and contribute to student assessments and progress monitoring
Travel between sites within the district as needed

This role offers professional growth in a dynamic educational setting, the support of a collaborative team, and an opportunity to truly see your impact throughout the school year. If you’re passionate about helping students find their voice and are ready for an adventure in a vibrant community, we’d love to connect—submit your application today to get started!

Compensation for this position ranges from $45.53 to $72.53. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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