Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in school administration is responsible for diagnosing, treating, and preventing speech, language, and communication disorders in students. They work closely with teachers, parents, and school psychologists to create individualized education programs (IEPs) to improve students' communication skills, academic performance, and social development. They also play a critical role in educating school staff about communication disorders and how to accommodate students with these issues. SLPs may also conduct research and advocate for policies that improve speech and language services in schools.

Important skills for this role include excellent communication, patience, empathy, problem-solving, and the ability to work with a diverse range of students. They should have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Additionally, they should be licensed in the state where they practice. Prior to becoming an SLP, a person may have roles as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a Special Education Teacher, or a School Counselor.

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Speech Pathologist

  • Tennent, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tennent, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Welcome to Encompass Health: Where Compassion Meets Speech Therapy Are you searching for a career that aligns with your passion and brings fulfillment close to home?...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Tennent, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tennent, NJ (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 60+ days ago

Welcome to Encompass Health: Where Compassion Meets Speech Therapy Are you searching for a career that aligns with your passion and brings fulfillment close to home?...

Speech Language Pathologist 2024 - 2025 ESY

  • Monroe Township, NJ (19 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Monroe Township, NJ (19 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Epic Special Education Staffing is now offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for a limited time for Speech Language Pathologists!...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

education teacher and therapy team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, teachers of the visually impaired, deaf/heard of hearing, assistive techno Prepare and modify Individualized Education...

Speech Language Pathologist - School

  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ (20 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Epic Special Education Staffing is now offering a $2,000 sign-on bonus for a limited time for Speech Language Pathologists!...

School Speech Therapist Brooklyn, New York

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Garden City, NY Garden City, NY Today CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract An exciting opportunity awaits for a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to step into...

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Brooklyn, New York

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

therapy services Work closely with educators and staff to implement necessary accommodations Monitor and document student progress, modifying therapy as needed Participate in IEP meetings and assist...

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) New York, New York

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Garden City, NY Garden City, NY Today CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract An exciting opportunity awaits for a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist to step into...

Anticipated Speech And Language Pathologist - District - 2024-2025

  • Dover, NJ (22 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dover, NJ (22 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

ANTICIPATED SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - DISTRICT - 2024-2025 JobID: 1311 Position Type: Student Support Services/School Speech Therapist Date Posted: 1/2/2025 Location: District Date...

Speech Language Pathologist (ESY Program)

  • Westfield, NJ (4 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westfield, NJ (4 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Speech Language Pathologist (ESY Program) JobID: 1505 Position Type: Support Staff - Certificated/Speech and Language Pathologist Date Posted: 3/4/2025 Location: Crossroads/Westlake School Date Available...

Speech Language Pathologist

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST SOLOH PARTNERS New York City, New York Position: Speech Language Pathologist Hourly Rate: $60.00/hour Available Shifts: Monday - Friday, 8am-3pm Location: New York, NY Job...

Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist - Center Based

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Our collaborative teams provide comprehensive care throughout all stages of a child's development by offering these services: Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social...

Speech Language Pathologist Position - Full Time - Arcadia, NY

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Speech Language Pathologist Position - Full Time - Arcadia, NY Arcadia, NY 2 days ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School-Based | Arcadia, NY Soliant...

Early Intervention (EI) Speech Language Pathologist CCC or CFY SLP / Saratoga

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

ARE YOU A SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST LOOKING FOR A GREAT WORK / LIFE BALANCE?...

School Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) & Clinical Fellowship (CF)

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Plainfield, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Our dedicated team works closely with our licensed Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) to customize convenient caseloads at single school location....

Demographic Data for Plainfield, NJ

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Plainfield, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Speech-Language Pathologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
Master's Degree
67.7%
Doctorate Degree
14.3%
Bachelor's Degree
12.9%
Associate's Degree
1.6%
High School or GED
1.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Speech-Language Pathologists in Plainfield, NJ
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%



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