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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Now Hiring--Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) ---- Wilmington, DE

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 16 hours ago

Sunbelt is working with a school district in Wilmington, DE who is now hiring a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to help support their students for the next school year (2025- 2026)....

Speech Therapist- Pediatrics

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

Come for the Flexibility,** Stay for the Culture ( **_BAYADA is currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide therapy services for Early Intervention and pediatrics throughout Delaware...

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Full-Time

  • Dover, DE (16 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dover, DE (16 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full-Time | Dover, DE Soliant Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to join a new early intervention program in...

Speech Language Pathologist - TBD #32604

  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 2 days ago

08/24/2025 District:   Christina School District    Position: Speech Language Pathologist Location(s): To be Determined Qualifications: Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the State...

School Speech Language Pathologist - Middleton, DE

  • Middletown, DE (7 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Middletown, DE (7 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: School Speech-Language Pathologist Location: Middletown, DE Job Type: Contract, Full Time Sunbelt Staffing, a leading healthcare staffing agency, is currently seeking a qualified Speech-Language...

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Clayton, DE School Speech Language Pathologist

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

Job Title: School Speech-Language Pathologist Location: Clayton, DE Job Type: Contract, Full Time Sunbelt Staffing, a leading healthcare staffing agency, is currently seeking a qualified Speech-Language...

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Noxontown, DE area School Speech Language Pathologist

  • Townsend, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • Townsend, DE
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: School Speech-Language Pathologist Location: Noxotown, DE Job Type: Contract, Full Time Sunbelt Staffing, a leading healthcare staffing agency, is currently seeking a qualified Speech-Language...

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School Speech Language Pathologist - Part Time

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

Job Title: School Speech-Language Pathologist Location: Wilmington DE area Job Type: Contract, Part Time Sunbelt Staffing, a leading healthcare staffing agency, is currently seeking a qualified Speech-Language...

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Speech Pathologist Per Diem

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

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a per diem Speech Language Pathologist to work a minimum of two weekend days per month. May pick up additional weekday or weekend shifts as available....

Speech and Language Pathologist

  • Dover, DE (16 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Dover, DE (16 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/ Speech Language Pathologist Date Posted: 7/29/2025 Location: *NCCVT* Closing Date: 08/07/2025 District:   New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District...

Speech Therapist (Journey Travel) - SLP

  • Delaware City, DE (14 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Delaware City, DE (14 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities: POSITION SUMMARY: The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13 week assignments....

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Full-Time, 20252026 School Year

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

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full-Time, 2025-2026 School Year Location: Odessa, DE Start Date: August 2025 End Date: June 2026 Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite...

Speech Pathologist

  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, DE (17 miles from Townsend, DE)
  • 4 days ago

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a part time (40 hours bi-weekly) Speech Language Pathologist....

25/26 Speech Language Pathologist

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

The Speech-Language Pathologist in the school setting isresponsible for performing student evaluations as well as providing anddocumenting therapy services in accordance with the plan of care developed...

Speech Language Pathologist - Ultimate Flexibility

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

Ultimate flexibility for work life balance Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist Benefits for some roles Part-Time Speech Language Pathologist Per-Diem Speech Language Pathologist PRN Speech Language...

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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%