Speech Language Pathologist in La Mesa, NM
Company: Bilingual Therapies
Location: La Mesa
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Master's degree in
Speech-Language Pathology, active SLP license and 1 year of
Speech-Language Pathology experience required. Applicants who do
not meet these qualifications will not be considered. A full-time
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) or Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY)
clinician is needed for a K-12 school position in La Mesa, New
Mexico. This contract role runs for the entire school year,
providing an opportunity to support a small, devoted district known
for its welcoming and collaborative environment. Location: La Mesa,
NM (Near Las Cruces, Southern New Mexico) Assignment Duration:
Contract, entire school year Work Hours: Full-time preferred (40
hours); part-time applicants who are on-site may also be
considered. Key Responsibilities: Deliver speech-language therapy
services to a caseload of approximately 60 students, including
those in 3 Structured Communication Classrooms (SCCs). Provide
direct therapy focusing on current caseload needs; compensatory
services are not required initially. Collaborate closely with a
supportive team of bilingual and monolingual SLP colleagues.
Support students with a range of needs, including augmentative and
alternative communication (AAC); willingness to learn AAC
techniques is welcomed. Maintain NM state licensure and obtain or
be in the process of obtaining the New Mexico Public Education
Department certification. Qualifications: Licensed Speech-Language
Pathologist in New Mexico (required prior to start or actively
pursuing licensure). Eligible or pending certification through the
NM Public Education Department (PED). Bilingual skills are a plus
but not mandatory, as there are existing bilingual SLPs on staff.
Experience with AAC devices is preferred but not required;
eagerness to learn is essential. Strong commitment to supporting
student communication development in a K-12 educational setting.
Additional Information: This role supports a client with a long
history of working with contractors. Location benefits include
proximity to El Paso, TX (about 46 miles away), as well as natural
attractions nearby such as White Sands National Park. The district
is small and highly supportive, offering a positive and structured
work atmosphere. Candidates are encouraged to consider nearby areas
such as Deming and Truth or Consequences for additional
opportunities. This position has been reconfirmed recently, and
applicants should note there are currently no vacancies available
beyond this posting. Bring your skills and dedication to a
community that values speech-language services and offers a
supportive, enriching work experience. Apply now to advance your
career in a meaningful and impactful setting.
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