Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Townsend, DE

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), also known as a speech therapist, plays a pivotal role in the therapy industry by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. These disorders may result from a variety of causes such as stroke, brain injury, hearing loss, developmental delay, Parkinson's disease, a cleft palate, or autism. SLPs develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide counseling to patients and their families, keep accurate records, report progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. They work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and research settings.

To become an SLP, one must possess a strong set of skills including excellent communication, patience, compassion, and problem-solving abilities. They require a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and must be licensed in the state they wish to practice. In addition, they should earn a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Before becoming an SLP, a person may work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a special education teacher, or a child development specialist, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

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Speech Pathologist

  • Woodstown, NJ (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woodstown, NJ (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 30+ days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

SLP Wyoming, Delaware

  • Wyoming, DE (19 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wyoming, DE (19 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 16 hours ago

School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Location: Wyoming, DE Start: August 21, 2025 - June 12, 2026 Type: Full Time - 37.5 hours/week Position Overview: As a School-Based Speech-Language...

Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

  • Bridgeton, NJ (20 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Bridgeton, NJ (20 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 23 hours ago

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel SLP and use your skills where theyre needed most. Youll help patients improve communication and swallowing disorders...

Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow

  • Dover, DE (16 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dover, DE (16 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 1 day ago

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children....

SLP needed Delaware

  • Smyrna, DE (9 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smyrna, DE (9 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Location: Smyrna, DE Start Date: August 11, 2025 Type: Full-Time...

Speech Language Pathologist Role!

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Salary: $1365 / Week?? HiringSpeech Language Pathologists in Wilmington, DE! $2,650+ Weekly Local Help empower students tothrive?? Whyjoin Amergis; + Competitive Weekly Pay W2 + Individual Career...

Speech Language Pathologist - In-Person

  • Odessa, DE (5 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Odessa, DE (5 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Minimum Requirements: + Active Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Licensure in thestate of assignment required + Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-LanguagePathology (CCC-SLP) preferred and...

Speech Therapist

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Acts is currently seeking qualified candidates for our Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) position....

Speech Language Pathology Job in Wyoming, Delaware

  • Wyoming, DE (19 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wyoming, DE (19 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

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Speech Language Pathology job in Wyoming DE. Job in Camden Wyoming Gr8Jobs

  • Camden, DE (19 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Camden, DE (19 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

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School Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Smyrna, DE (9 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Smyrna, DE (9 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Location: Smyrna, DE 2025-2026 School Year Type: Full Time K-12 Guaranteed hours, competitive hourly pay,...

School-Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

  • Ingleside, MD (22 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ingleside, MD (22 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Soliant is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist to support a school district in Centreville, MD for the upcoming school year....

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP/SLPA) - Elkton, MD

  • Elkton, MD (20 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elkton, MD (20 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Sunbelt has contract positions near Elkton, MD for Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) and SLPAs for the 20252026 school year....

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP/SLPA) - Elk Mills, MD

  • Elk Mills, MD (22 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elk Mills, MD (22 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Sunbelt has contract positions in Elk Mills, MD for Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) and SLPAs for the 20252026 school year....

School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP/SLPA) - Childs, MD

  • Childs, MD (22 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Childs, MD (22 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Sunbelt has contract positions in Childs, MD for Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) and SLPAs for the upcoming 20252026 school year....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Townsend, DE

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Townsend, DE offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
7.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

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