Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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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School Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) - Tacoma, Washington

  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 8 hours ago

, WA Responsibilities: Assist in the delivery of speech and language services as outlined by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist Implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and maintain...

Speech & Language Pathologist - Rehab - (SLP)

  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 hours ago

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

Speech & Language Pathologist - Skilled - (SLP)

  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 hours ago

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

School Speech Language Pathologist - 1.0FTE

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago

School Speech Language Pathologist - 1.0FTE Salary $72,908.00 - $142,523.00 Annually Location John Stanford Center for Educational Excellence, WA Job Type Full-Time Job Number 25724 Department Speech...

Travel School Services - Speech Language Pathologist - $2,149 per week. Job in Lakewood Gr8Jobs

  • Lewis McChord, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lewis McChord, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago

AHS Staffing is seeking a School Services Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Lakewood, Washington....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Join Our Team as a Contract School-Based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Schools near Seattle, WA!...

Speech Language Pathologist 25/26 School Year

  • Bremerton, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bremerton, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 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 Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full Time, School Based

  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (15 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Invo Healthcare is the nation's leading provider of behavior, mental health and therapy services in schools, centers and communities. We're seeking a talented, full-time Speech-

Virtual School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Washington

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Soliant is partnering with a great school district in Washington that is looking for a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to s upport students virtually....

Remote Work

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Vashon, WA (12 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Vashon, WA (12 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

LOCATION: VASHON, WA CLIENT: Vashon Island School District SETTING: School, K-12 START DATE: Beginning of August GUARANTEE: 37.5 ASSIGNMENT LENGTH: 13 Weeks REQUESTED EXPERIENCE: School experience...

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,206 per week

  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

have a client in Federal Way, WA looking for a Speech Language Pathologist (Traveling SLP) Focus Staff is seeking a traveling Speech Language Pathologist to Provide speech therapy services to include...

Remote Bilingual (Russian) - Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

We are actively seeking part-time Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) to join our Provider Network. This is a 100% remote opportunity, requiring a minimum commitment of 12 hours per week....

Remote Work

Pediatric School Speech Therapist Shelton, Washington

  • Shelton, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shelton, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Opportunities are now available for skilled Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to work in various school settings across Washington for the upcoming school year....

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Job in Shelton, Washington

  • Shelton, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Shelton, WA (21 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Job in Shelton, Washington Shelton, WA Today CATEGORY Schools - SLP JOB TYPE Contract School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist Location near: Shelton, Washington...

School Services - Speech Language Pathologist - $56 per hour

  • Vashon, WA (12 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vashon, WA (12 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 6 days ago

The Crox Group is seeking a School Services Speech Language Pathologist for a local contract job in Vashon, Washington....

Demographic Data for Gig Harbor, WA

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Gig Harbor, WA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
67.6%
Doctorate Degree
14.4%
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 Gig Harbor, WA
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%



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