A Revolutionary Approach to Work-Life Balance in Connecticut

The Best of Both Worlds: Private Practice Support with School Schedule

Get what other positions can't offer: full salary during summer breaks while enjoying school hours. At Chatterboxes, we've reimagined the traditional school-based SLP role by combining private practice benefits with a school calendar.

Your Salary Stays, Even When School's Out

• Maintain full, competitive salary through summer months
• No need to budget around unpaid breaks
• Enjoy genuine time off without financial stress
• Return refreshed each fall, still earning

School-Based Role, Elevated

• One dedicated school location
• Strict Connecticut caseload caps
• Private practice resources and support
• Weekly professional development
• Collaborative team environment

The Sanctuary Model

We've built our practice around preventing burnout and supporting clinician wellbeing:

• Protected planning time
• Flexible scheduling
• Guaranteed summer breaks (with full pay)
• Neurodiversity-affirming approach
• Strong administrative support

About Us

Chatterboxes is a 100% therapist-owned practice serving Connecticut schools. We combine the autonomy of private practice with the structure of school-based services.

Requirements

Requirements

• Connecticut state licensure and eligibility for BOE certification
• Masters Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology
• Experience with school-age children preferred
• Passion for connecting with other SLPs and collaboratively helping children succeed
• Interest in joining a supportive, innovative team setting
• Independent, self-starter with positive energy and natural ability to connect with kids

Benefits

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with paid summers off
• Year-round consistent pay, including summer months
• Strong Work-Life Balance with dedicated renewal time
• Single school placement
• Control over your schedule and caseload preferences
• 1:1 Clinical support & weekly SLP team support sessions
• Membership in our Connecticut SLP community
• Full benefits package including:
• Health insurance
• Dental coverage
• Vision plan
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development stipend
• License renewal reimbursement
• Clinical resources and an unmatched SLP support community

Join us in creating a new standard for school-based services in Connecticut, where your well-being and professional growth go hand in hand. Experience the difference of a role that truly understands and values SLPs.