Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Leave Coverage

Pediatric Developmental Services•Townsend, DE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is hiring a dedicated and qualified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) for a full-time pediatric position for the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves working directly with children in a setting designed to support their developmental and therapeutic needs, offering a predictable weekday schedule that supports work-life balance, time off aligned with traditional breaks and flexibility for personal needs, and the ability to build lasting relationships with children and families. The position also provides collaborative, interdisciplinary support from a team of professionals including OTs, PTs, and mental health providers, with compensation spread over 12 months for consistent pay. PDS offers professional development and career growth opportunities, including mentorship, leadership roles, or specialization in areas like AAC, early intervention, or bilingual therapy. There is built-in support for new and experienced clinicians, including mentorship, ongoing CEUs, and experienced colleagues.

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders
ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP)
Active state SLP license

Nice To Haves

Experience with AAC, early intervention, or bilingual therapy

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, individualized services based on pediatric needs and therapy plans
Conduct evaluations, write reports, and monitor progress in areas such as articulation, language, fluency, pragmatics, and feeding (if applicable)
Collaborate with families and care teams to support developmental goals
Create a positive, supportive therapy experience for each child