Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Palm Desert, CA

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 Language Pathologist (SLP) - School - (SLP - School)

  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 9 days ago

language pathologist, speech language pathology, speech therapist, SLP, speech and language therapy, speech therapy, allied, allied health, school speech language pathologist, school speech therapist...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)- Palm Springs, CA

  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 16 days ago

School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Are you a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist looking to make a difference in the lives of students?...

School Speech-Language Pathologist, Palm Springs CA

  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

School Speech-Language Pathologist, Palm Springs CA Palm Springs, CA 2 days ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE All Job Types Full-time Speech Language Pathologist in Palm Springs, CA School A school...

Palm Springs, CA: School-based Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Palm Springs, CA to interview Speech-Language Pathologists for the upcoming semester....

Bilingual School SLP, Palm Desert CA

  • Palm Desert, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Palm Desert, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Education procedures in a public school setting Building assignments are still in flux; applicants will connect with a school administrator after an intial phone screening with Soliant....

Travel Contract: School SLP in Indio, CA

  • Indio, CA (6 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Indio, CA (6 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Travel Contract: School SLP in Indio, CA Indio, CA 3 days ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is seeking an intrepid Speech-Language Pathologist who wants to work with a small school...

New School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Opening in Palm Springs, California

  • Desert Hot Springs, CA (20 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Desert Hot Springs, CA (20 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

New School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Opening in Palm Springs, California Desert Hot Springs, CA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract School Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) -...

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Working with Students in Thousand Palms

  • Thousand Palms, CA (9 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Thousand Palms, CA (9 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Working with Students in Thousand Palms Thousand Palms, CA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language...

Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Desert Hot Springs

  • Desert Hot Springs, CA (20 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Desert Hot Springs, CA (20 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Soliant is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team in the beautiful city of Desert Hot Springs, CA....

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) School-Based, Palm Springs

  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) School-Based, Palm Springs Palm Springs, CA 1 day ago CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract Soliant is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language...

Anticipated Opening for the 2025-2026 School Year: Speech-Language Pathologist

  • La Quinta, CA (4 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • La Quinta, CA (4 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

/Language Pathologist (SLP) shall be placed on the Teachers' Salary Schedule with a 14% time factor to work sixty minutes beyond the regular teacher day....

Anticipated Speech Language Pathologists for 2025/2026 School Year

  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Palm Springs, CA (18 miles from Palm Desert, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

In striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special education, instruction for English Learners, Career Technical Education (CTE...

Demographic Data for Palm Desert, CA

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Palm Desert, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Palm Desert, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
67.6%
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 Palm Desert, CA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%



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