Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We’re partnering with a school district in Detroit, MI to hire dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) for the 2025–2026 school year. We have two openings for SLPs to share a caseload of approximately 60 students.

The Speech-Language Pathologist will provide direct therapy and support to students K–12, helping them develop communication, speech, and language skills. This role involves collaborating with teachers, parents, and other school staff to create individualized education programs (IEPs) and track student progress.

Position Details:

• Location: In-person preferred (hybrid considered only if no other option is available)

• Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM, 30-minute lunch

• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 35

• Start Date: ASAP

• End Date: June 12th

• Caseload: 60 students shared between two SLPs

• Student Age/Grade: K–12

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group speech-language therapy to students K–12 according to IEPs.

• Conduct assessments and progress monitoring to inform and update IEPs.

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school professionals to support student learning and communication goals.

• Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions and student progress.

• Attend IEP meetings and contribute to student success plans.

• Implement evidence-based therapy strategies tailored to each student’s needs.

Qualifications:

• Valid Michigan Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) License to work in schools.

• Experience providing speech-language therapy in a K–12 school setting.

• Knowledge of IEP development, assessment, and documentation.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Passion for supporting students’ communication and educational success.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.