Speech Pathologist Jobs in Massachusetts
Speech Pathologist jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, school districts, and outpatient rehabilitation clinics, with openings at every level from clinical fellows entering the field through senior and lead clinicians. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor the state's hiring, with major employers such as Mass General Brigham, Boston Children's Hospital, and Tufts Medicine maintaining consistent demand. The most in-demand specialties are pediatric language disorders, dysphagia and swallowing, and early intervention services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Support Services
Exempt/Salary
11-Month
Part-time
Salary Pay Range: $29,000.00 - $54,000.00
In-Person
American Sign Language Preferred
Benefits Options May Include: Employer-Matching 403(b).
About TLC:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/about/pioneer-and-innovator.
For our Mission, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/our-mission-and-values.
TLC Diversity Statement:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.
About Support Services:
Provide services for pediatric deaf/hard of hearing population ages 3-22 with diagnoses such as, learning disabilities, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, emotional/behavioral concerns. Responsibilities include direct treatment, assessment, consultation to teachers and IEP goal development. Intervention services are designed to enhance the student's potential for learning, to assist the student in acquiring those functional performance skills needed to participate in and benefit from the educational environment, and to help the student function independently.
The support services team includes Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language therapy. Physical therapists work closely with these professionals, along with educational staff and students’ families. Services may include individual or co-treatment sessions.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Speech and Language Pathologist assesses the communication and language abilities (signed, written and/or spoken) of students (using formal and informal assessment tools), in terms of present functioning and future potential, and determining the most effective modalities for development of proficient language and communication abilities and/or remediation. The Speech and Language Pathologist provides speech-language services in coordination with the students IEP to support their communication and language skills.
SUPERVISOR: Support Services Coordinator
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess communication skills, conduct thorough tri-annual assessments and determine appropriate speech-language goals for each student.
Prepares an individual communication/speech-language program for each student, involving written goals and strategies to be implemented and documents progress. In addition, participates as a member of each student's educational TEAM, attending IEP and planning meetings requested.
Provides direct service to students in the areas of language development (signed, written and/or spoken), spoken English and listening skills, communication strategies, social-pragmatics, and/or AAC in either a one-to-one therapy setting or small group approach.
Communicates regularly with parents, teachers, therapists (both in school and with those serving the student outside of school) regarding student progress to provide well-integrated services across disciplines, as needed.
Monitor appropriate settings and plan and troubleshoot hearing aids and cochlear implants as needed. Communicate regularly with CI Center that follows each student who utilizes a cochlear implant.
Some lifting may be required when working with young students or students with special needs, however, TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible. The diversity of our student population may require that some assignments have a heavier physical responsibility due to safety.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The Learning Center for the Deaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, age, criminal record, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, veteran status, marital status and any other legally protected characteristic.
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.
TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible.
Requirements:- Master’s Degree in Speech & Language Pathology
- Current ASHA certification as a CCC-SLP or candidate has met all requirements to participate in CFY mentoring
- Massachusetts Speech-Language License or eligible to be licenced
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with children and families preferred
- A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language preferred, with willingness to learn required
- ASL Classes may be required based on ASL fluency
- Prior experience working with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing population preferred
Support Services
Exempt/Salary
11-Month
Part-time
Salary Pay Range: $29,000.00 - $54,000.00
In-Person
American Sign Language Preferred
Benefits Options May Include: Employer-Matching 403(b).
About TLC:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is a nationally-recognized leader of services for deaf and hard of hearing children, adults and families. To learn more, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/about/pioneer-and-innovator.
For our Mission, click the following link, https://www.tlcdeaf.org/our-mission-and-values.
TLC Diversity Statement:
The Learning Center for the Deaf is on a journey to create an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates our TLC community members' diverse narratives. We embrace and value multiple approaches, experiences, and perspectives. TLC believes that diversity fosters innovation. We are committed to cultivating a place where everyone can feel they belong.
About Support Services:
Provide services for pediatric deaf/hard of hearing population ages 3-22 with diagnoses such as, learning disabilities, developmental delays, cerebral palsy, emotional/behavioral concerns. Responsibilities include direct treatment, assessment, consultation to teachers and IEP goal development. Intervention services are designed to enhance the student's potential for learning, to assist the student in acquiring those functional performance skills needed to participate in and benefit from the educational environment, and to help the student function independently.
The support services team includes Physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language therapy. Physical therapists work closely with these professionals, along with educational staff and students’ families. Services may include individual or co-treatment sessions.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Speech and Language Pathologist assesses the communication and language abilities (signed, written and/or spoken) of students (using formal and informal assessment tools), in terms of present functioning and future potential, and determining the most effective modalities for development of proficient language and communication abilities and/or remediation. The Speech and Language Pathologist provides speech-language services in coordination with the students IEP to support their communication and language skills.
SUPERVISOR: Support Services Coordinator
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assess communication skills, conduct thorough tri-annual assessments and determine appropriate speech-language goals for each student.
Prepares an individual communication/speech-language program for each student, involving written goals and strategies to be implemented and documents progress. In addition, participates as a member of each student's educational TEAM, attending IEP and planning meetings requested.
Provides direct service to students in the areas of language development (signed, written and/or spoken), spoken English and listening skills, communication strategies, social-pragmatics, and/or AAC in either a one-to-one therapy setting or small group approach.
Communicates regularly with parents, teachers, therapists (both in school and with those serving the student outside of school) regarding student progress to provide well-integrated services across disciplines, as needed.
Monitor appropriate settings and plan and troubleshoot hearing aids and cochlear implants as needed. Communicate regularly with CI Center that follows each student who utilizes a cochlear implant.
Some lifting may be required when working with young students or students with special needs, however, TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible. The diversity of our student population may require that some assignments have a heavier physical responsibility due to safety.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Department Supervisor and/or Program Leader.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
The Learning Center for the Deaf provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity/expression, age, criminal record, disability, sexual orientation, familial status, veteran status, marital status and any other legally protected characteristic.
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.
TLC embraces and celebrates a spirit of inclusion and diversity, and reasonable accommodations and modifications will be made whenever possible.
Requirements:- Master’s Degree in Speech & Language Pathology
- Current ASHA certification as a CCC-SLP or candidate has met all requirements to participate in CFY mentoring
- Massachusetts Speech-Language License or eligible to be licenced
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience with children and families preferred
- A minimum of conversational fluency in American Sign Language preferred, with willingness to learn required
- ASL Classes may be required based on ASL fluency
- Prior experience working with the Deaf/Hard of Hearing population preferred
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The qualifications that appear most often in speech pathologist jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts Speech-Language Pathologist license issued by the Board of Registration in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
- Master's degree in speech-language pathology from a CAA-accredited graduate program
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA or eligibility to obtain it
- Completed ASHA-required clinical fellowship year or documented supervised clinical hours
- Experience with diagnostic assessments and evidence-based treatment across pediatric or adult populations
- Proficiency with electronic health records and documentation standards in clinical or school settings
Speech Pathologist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a speech pathologist in Massachusetts?
To become a speech pathologist in Massachusetts, you must obtain a license from the Board of Registration in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, which falls under the Massachusetts Division of Professional Licensure. Applicants need a master's degree from a CAA-accredited program, completion of a supervised clinical fellowship, and passage of the Praxis examination in speech-language pathology. ASHA's CCC-SLP is widely expected by Massachusetts employers and is required in most hospital and school district settings.
How much do speech pathologists make in Massachusetts?
Speech pathologists in Massachusetts earn a median of about $101,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,030 for the lowest 10% to over $129,730 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire speech pathologists in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring speech pathologists in Massachusetts right now include Thom Child & Family Services, HealthPRO Heritage, and Reliant Rehabilitation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's dense network of academic medical centers, rehabilitation hospitals, and public school systems means openings appear across a wide range of employer types throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most speech pathologist jobs?
Boston, Waltham, and New Bedford have the most speech pathologist openings in Massachusetts. Boston drives the largest share of demand through its concentration of academic medical centers, children's hospitals, and university-affiliated outpatient clinics, while Worcester and Springfield generate steady openings through regional hospital systems, early intervention programs, and the public school districts that serve their surrounding communities.
Are there remote speech pathologist jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since most speech pathology work requires direct patient or student contact. About 17% of speech pathologist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the growth of teletherapy platforms alongside traditional clinical roles. Teletherapy positions serving school districts and outpatient pediatric clients represent the strongest concentration of fully remote opportunities.
How can I get hired as a speech pathologist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for clinical fellowship positions, which are designed specifically for candidates who have just completed their master's degree and need supervised hours toward their CCC-SLP. Large Massachusetts employers such as Mass General Brigham, Boston Children's Hospital, and the Massachusetts public school system regularly post clinical fellow and per-diem roles that do not require prior independent licensure. Candidates can also enter through early intervention specialist roles or school-based paraprofessional positions while completing fellowship requirements, and holding an active Massachusetts license application in progress gives candidates a clear advantage during screening.
Where can I find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to speech pathologist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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