Speech Language Pathologist
Listed compensation
$65-$95/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Benefits
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Signing bonus
- Tuition assistance
About the Role
Little Scholars Services is looking for a passionate and dedicated Speech Language Pathologist (CF Welcome to Apply) to join our growing team in Mission Viejo, CA! This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children by helping them find their voice and reach their full communication potential. If you're driven by purpose and love working with young learners, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and assess children's speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
- Develop, Review, and implement individualized treatment plans (IFSPs) tailored to each child's needs
- Provide direct speech-language therapy services in a pediatric setting (in home or in clinic)
- Collaborate with parents, caregivers, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to support student progress
- Monitor, document, and report on patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly
- Conduct screenings and diagnostic evaluations using standardized assessment tools
- Provide parent and caregiver training and education on communication strategies
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Valid California licensure in Speech-Language Pathology (or eligibility to obtain)
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred
- Experience working with pediatric populations in a school, clinic, or therapy setting
- Knowledge of AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) is a plus
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills
- Compassionate, patient, and child-centered approach to therapy
About Us
Little Scholars Services is a dedicated pediatric therapy provider serving families in the Orange County area with a commitment to early intervention and child development. Our clients trust us to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that truly makes a difference in their children's lives. Our team thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment where every clinician is valued and empowered to do their best work.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist at Little Scholars Services a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all speech-language pathologist listings evaluated on our platform.
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathologist listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 78% have no call, 88% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathologist pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$166k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $150k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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