Speech Language Pathologist - SIGNING BONUS!
Listed compensation
$67k-$72k
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Job Description
- Job Location: The Eden School - Princeton, NJ
- Position Type: Full Time
- Salary Range: $67000.00 - $72000.00Salary
*$3,000 signing bonus to new hires, to be paid out during the first year of employment!* Looking to join an awesome team in a rewarding environment? Eden Autism is currently seeking full-time Speech-Language Specialists to join our teams at The Eden School and our Adult Services (21+) programs.
Whether you enjoy working with adults or school-age clients, Eden is the place for you! Our Speech department is dedicated to expanding and enhancing each individual’s overall receptive, expressive and pragmatic language skills.
Working alongside an enthusiastic team of support staff, our Speech-Language Specialists assist with assessment, goal selection, training, and intervention.
Annual salaries starting at $67,000+, commensurate with education and experience! (salary range listed does not represent full pay range) MUST HAVES Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology Minimum of 1 year of experience working with individuals with speech and language disorders, preferably with autism.
Valid, unsuspended driver’s license Eden School requirements: NJ DOE Speech Language Specialist Certification preferred Applicants may complete Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) during employment.
Adult Services requirements: Licensed by the state of New Jersey Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) LOCATIONS The Eden School is located in Princeton NJ.
Adult Services programs are located in Hamilton, East Windsor, and Plainsboro NJ, and some travel between locations is necessary.
RESPONSIBILITY SNAPSHOT Evaluate speech and language needs to enhance communication skills through each individual’s primary mode including verbal language, sign language, pictures or an augmentative device. Participate in the development of IEPs and ISPs.
Define and implement program objectives for each individual through development of short- and long-term goals. Evaluate progress using data collection, standardized and informal assessments. Manage maladaptive behaviors including tantrums, self-injury, and aggression.
Implement behavior support and education programs as defined in each individual’s IEP/ISP. Work with Behavior Analysts and support staff to develop appropriate alternate teaching programs for students. Assist with training staff on how to most effectively integrate speech programs into each individual’s daily routine.
Maintain weekly communication with parents concerning progress and recommendations for home maintenance. Quarterly progress reports; Develop and maintain IEP/ISP goals and objectives. Additional
Requirements
Lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time. Pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification, including implementation of all strategies and techniques.
What you’ll love about Eden Benefits: Eden offers a well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more. Growth: In addition to tuition assistance, we have many opportunities for team building and professional development.
Core Values: Believe More + Do What it Takes + Work Together + Show Compassion + Be True Note: $3,000 signing bonus to be paid in 4 installments during a new hire’s first year of employment.
Installments as follows: $500 upon completion of 2-week training; $500 upon completion of 90-day introductory period; $750 upon completion of 6 months of employment; $1250 upon completion of 1 year of employment.
Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
Assess individuals’ communication needs and develop, implement, and monitor speech and language goals through their primary communication methods. Collaborate with families, behavior analysts, and support staff on individualized plans, behavior support, staff training, and progress reporting.
Requirements
A master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and at least one year of experience working with people with speech and language disorders are required, along with a valid, unsuspended driver’s license. School roles prefer New Jersey DOE Speech Language Specialist certification and may accommodate a Clinical Fellowship Year; Adult Services roles require New Jersey licensure and CCC-SLP certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
In New Jersey, the Speech-Language Pathology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$100k (109 salary observations; 327 listings), vs ~$98k nationally (3,809 salary observations; 21,269 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 45% have no call, 48% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.0 / 10 · above average in speech language pathology | ranked against 6,837 Speech Language Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| New Jersey vs national | $100k median in New Jersey | $98k nationally (+2%)109 state / 3,809 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$64k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathology listings in New Jersey | 94 active | 6,904 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 45% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $67k sign-on | New Jersey speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 6% state a sign-on bonus · 6% offer loan repayment109 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Speech-Language Pathology listings | 2,493 in the last 30 days | 1,341 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Speech-Language Pathology pay trend | +3.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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