Speech-Language Pathologist, SLP – (Daycare)

Software Placement Group; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to support infants, toddlers, and preschoolers in a play-based learning setting in Mobile, AL. The role emphasizes collaboration with daycare staff and parents to foster early communication skills.

The candidate should hold a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, be eligible or licensed in Georgia, and bring a playful, adaptable approach to a developmentally focused environment. CCC-SLP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Georgia State License in Speech-Language Pathology or active eligibility.
• CCC-SLP preferred; CFYs welcome.

Responsibilities

• Conduct play-based speech and language assessments for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Design and deliver therapy plans tailored to early childhood development and milestones.
• Collaborate with daycare teachers, specialists, and parents to integrate communication strategies.
• Monitor progress and adapt strategies to improve speech, language, and social communication.
• Guide families on language strategies for home and classroom carryover.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Playful approach

Adaptable

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders

Georgia State License in Speech-Language Pathology or active eligibility

CCC-SLP preferred; CFYs welcome

Job description

Location: Mobile, AL | Schedule: Full-time, on-site

Overview

A play-based daycare and early learning center is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to support the communication and developmental growth of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This role is central to helping young children build foundational speech and language skills within a nurturing, collaborative classroom environment.

What you'll do

• Conduct gentle, play-based speech, language, and early communication assessments to identify developmental needs in infants, toddlers, and young children
• Design and deliver evidence-based therapy plans tailored to early childhood learning styles, sensory preferences, and developmental milestones
• Partner closely with daycare teachers, early childhood specialists, and parents to integrate communication strategies into daily classroom routines, story times, and play
• Monitor, document, and track progress on early milestones, adapting strategies to support growth in speech clarity, receptive/expressive language, and social communication
• Guide parents and childcare staff on early language strategies, modeling techniques for home and classroom carryover

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Valid Georgia State License in Speech-Language Pathology (or active eligibility)
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, an adaptable and playful approach, and a passion for early child development

Preferred qualifications

• CCC-SLP preferred (Clinical Fellows / CFYs welcome to apply)
• Prior experience working with pediatric populations, early intervention, or early childhood settings is a strong plus

Why this role

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on early childhood development by helping young children build foundational communication skills within a warm, collaborative, play-based learning environment.