Manageable caseloads
Have the time and attention needed to understand each child and deliver thoughtful care.
Careers at Family First
Do work that helps a child feel heard.
Join a pediatric speech therapy team where connection comes before pressure, clinical growth is supported, and every small communication win is worth celebrating.
2 current opportunities
Role details verified July 29, 2026
Family-centered care starts with a supported team.
Meaningful work
Make progress personal.
Grow with support
Mentorship, training, teamwork.
Why therapists choose Family First
A place to do excellent work without losing yourself.
Personal mentorship
Learn directly from Kolby and grow through practical guidance, collaboration, and feedback.
Clinical development
Build skills through specialized training and evidence-based approaches that support real children.
Flexibility and balance
Work in a culture that values therapist well-being as much as meaningful clinical outcomes.
Current opportunities
Find the role where your heart and skills meet.
These are the opportunities currently identified for Family First Speech Therapy in Carlsbad, California.
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Open roles
Accepting applications
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
Support children ages 18 months to 14 years through evidence-based, relationship-centered speech therapy while partnering closely with families and a collaborative clinical team.
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What you’ll bring
- Current Speech-Language Pathologist licensure
- Passion for pediatric and family-centered care
- A grounded, compassionate, collaborative approach
- Commitment to making therapy functional and engaging
What you’ll find here
- Manageable caseloads and individualized care
- Personal mentorship and clinical collaboration
- Support with IEP and school-based planning
- Professional growth in specialized approaches
Full-time opening
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
Work alongside licensed clinicians to deliver engaging pediatric speech therapy, build trusted relationships with children and caregivers, and help turn treatment goals into meaningful everyday progress.
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What you’ll bring
- Required SLPA education, registration, and eligibility
- Warm, dependable communication with children and families
- Ability to follow treatment plans and document progress
- Energy for playful, focused pediatric sessions
What can make you thrive
- Curiosity and openness to clinical feedback
- Strong organization and follow-through
- Comfort working across pediatric age groups
- A team-first mindset and genuine love of connection
Compensation, schedule, responsibilities, and eligibility may change. Confirm final details during the application process.
Do not see your role?
Introduce Yourself
Stay on our radar for future opportunities.
Family First may consider future interest from pediatric SLPs, SLPAs, clinical fellows, student clinicians, and family-focused administrative professionals. This is a talent-interest invitation, not a current job listing.
A human application experience
Simple steps. Honest conversation. A thoughtful match.
Share your interest
Apply for an open position or contact the team with your résumé and a short introduction.
Meet the team
Talk about your experience, clinical interests, values, goals, and the kind of environment where you thrive.
Explore the fit
Discuss the position, schedule, expectations, support, and next steps with clarity on both sides.
Your next chapter could start here
Bring your expertise. Keep your heart. Help more children find their voice.
Family First Speech Therapy is located at 2624 El Camino Real, Suite B, Carlsbad, California 92008.
Meet the Family First team
Caring professionals. Real human connection.
Get to know the people your child may laugh with, learn with, and grow with. Choose a team member to explore their approach, specialties, personality, and the heart they bring to every session.
Family First Team
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
Bilingual clinician spotlight
Loni
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist • English & Spanish
Loni primarily supports elementary and middle school students, with a special interest in articulation and early language development. She believes children make their most meaningful progress when they enjoy coming to therapy, so she creates sessions that are playful, child-led, and grounded in a strong, trusting relationship.
★ Specialties
Bilingual English-Spanish support, articulation, early language, and elementary- to middle-school care.
♡ Why families choose her
Her approachable style and genuine connection help children feel comfortable, understood, and excited to participate.
☀ Outside the clinic
Traveling, rollerblading, reading and writing poetry, and discovering new restaurants as a proud foodie.
✦ Session style
Play-based, child-led, relationship-centered, and thoughtfully tailored to each child’s interests and goals.
Warm
Thoughtful
Easygoing
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Team spotlight
Ms. Hannah
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Hannah has been a speech-language pathologist assistant for five years and has proudly spent all five of those years with Family First. She supports children from infancy through high school and also provides parent coaching. Her mission is to help every child who walks through the doors feel at home, free to be their authentic self, and confident enough to grow.
★ Who she supports
Infants through high-school students, diverse pediatric communication needs, and practical parent coaching.
♡ Why families choose her
She leads with compassion, empathy, and open communication while building the trust that makes progress possible.
☀ Outside the clinic
Working out, exploring, golfing, spending time with her fiancé and friends, and enjoying her happy place—the beach.
✦ Session style
A friendly check-in, focused practice, and earned play—with learning woven into the fun and treasure-box rewards to celebrate effort.
Compassionate
Empathetic
Communicative
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Team spotlight • Sample profile
Mrs. Katie
Pediatric Speech Therapy Team Member
Katie brings a calm, encouraging presence to each session and enjoys helping children discover that communication practice can feel safe, playful, and rewarding. She values close collaboration with families and celebrates progress at every stage, from the first brave attempt to the everyday skills that build lasting confidence.
★ Sample specialties
Early communication, language development, social communication, and caregiver collaboration.
♡ Why families may choose her
Her patient guidance, welcoming energy, and clear communication can help families feel included and supported.
☀ Sample hobbies
Family time, trying creative activities, enjoying the outdoors, and finding new ways to make learning fun.
✦ Sample session style
Calm, playful, encouraging, and structured around meaningful goals and the child’s individual interests.
Patient
Encouraging
Collaborative
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Team spotlight • Sample profile
Mrs. Patie
Pediatric Speech Therapy Team Member
Patie is passionate about creating a positive space where children can practice new skills without fear of making mistakes. Her sample profile highlights a family-centered approach, practical strategies, and the belief that consistency, encouragement, and genuine connection can turn small steps into meaningful everyday progress.
★ Sample specialties
Functional communication, speech clarity, school-age support, and caregiver education.
♡ Why families may choose her
Her steady encouragement and practical explanations can help both children and caregivers feel confident about the next step.
☀ Sample hobbies
Spending time with loved ones, local adventures, relaxing with a good book, and celebrating life’s little moments.
✦ Sample session style
Positive, organized, relationship-focused, and filled with practical activities that connect therapy to daily life.
Supportive
Dependable
Family-centered
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Founder spotlight
Kolby
Founder & Speech-Language Pathologist
Kolby leads Family First with a warm, family-centered approach that helps children feel understood, capable, and excited to communicate. She believes meaningful progress grows from trust, play, teamwork, and celebrating the small wins that become big milestones.
★ Specialties
Speech clarity, childhood apraxia, early language development, and parent coaching.
♡ Why families choose her
Calm guidance, thoughtful explanations, and therapy that feels personal, encouraging, and connected to family priorities.
☀ Outside the clinic
Family time, beach walks, coffee, reading, and discovering fun local adventures.
✦ Session style
Playful, structured, child-led, positive, and always connected to meaningful real-life communication goals.
Warm encourager
Family advocate
Playful problem-solver
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The right relationship matters
Let’s help your family feel comfortable before the first visit.
Ask questions, share what your child needs, and learn more about the team member who may be the best fit.
Support made for your family
Services designed to help your child communicate with confidence
Every child’s communication journey is different. Our personalized services give children and families the practical support, encouragement, and expert care they need to make meaningful progress.
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Individualized Care
Speech Therapy 1-on-1
Individualized therapy sessions that provide focused, one-on-one support for your child’s specific communication needs.
Each session is carefully designed around your child’s interests and strengths, promoting engagement, confidence, and measurable progress.
- Personalized treatment goals
- Child-led and play-based activities
- Progress families can understand
Family Empowerment
Parent Coaching 1-on-1
Empowering you with personalized strategies and practical guidance to effectively support your child’s speech and language growth at home.
Learn techniques tailored specifically to your family’s daily life, reinforcing progress made during therapy sessions.
- Simple strategies for daily routines
- Personalized family guidance
- Greater confidence supporting progress
Complimentary
Free Consultation
Take the first step confidently with a complimentary consultation focused on understanding your child and your family’s concerns.
We’ll listen carefully, answer your questions clearly, and help you understand the next steps for your child’s communication journey.
- A welcoming, no-pressure conversation
- Clear answers to your questions
- Practical guidance for the next step
Not sure which service is right for your child?
We’ll help you understand your options and choose the most
supportive next step for your family.
Talk With Our Team
Let’s grow together
Ready to begin your child’s speech path?
Every child’s path to clear communication starts with a conversation. Reach out today, and we’ll discuss your child’s unique needs, answer your questions, and help you feel confident about moving forward.
Let’s take this journey together.