Now Hiring | Speech Language Pathologist | School-Based

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

School-Based | 2026–2027 School Year
?? South San Diego County (Chula Vista, South Bay, Sweetwater, and surrounding districts)

Amergis is building now for the 2026–2027 school year. While specific placements are still being finalized, we are confident multiple school-based openings will become available across South San Diego. Building our team now allows us to move quickly once districts confirm needs and gives candidates early priority consideration.

Position Overview

• School-based Speech-Language Pathologist
• Full-time: 35–37.5 hours per week
• On-site roles (virtual may be discussed based on district needs)
• Start: 2026–2027 school year (July/August)

Compensation

• Up to $70/hour local hourly pay
• Final rate dependent on experience

Assignment Details

• Caseload: Determined during the interview process
• Student age group: Dependent on district and school site
  (Elementary, middle, and/or high school opportunities)
• Support and resources provided through Amergis

Locations

• Chula Vista
• South Bay
• Sweetwater Union High School District
• Surrounding South San Diego districts

Why Join Amergis?

• Early access to upcoming 2026–2027 school-year roles
• Priority placement once openings are confirmed
• Opportunity to match you with a caseload, location, and age group that best fits your preferences

Requirements

• Active California SLP license
• School-based experience preferred, but not required

The Speech-Language Pathologist in the school setting is responsible for performing student evaluations as well as providing and documenting therapy services in accordance with the plan of care developed for each individual student and the physician's orders.

Minimum Requirements:

• Active  Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Licensure in the state of assignment required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred and may be required by state/contract. 
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice 
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Must be at least 18 years of age