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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for augmentative communication specialist in the United States is $67,006.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,500.00 and $71,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Augmentative Communication Specialist helps individuals with speech or language impairments communicate effectively using alternative methods. They assess communication needs, recommend augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, and provide training to users, caregivers, and educators. These specialists work in schools, healthcare facilities, and rehabilitation centers to enhance communication abilities and improve quality of life. Their role often involves collaborating with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and medical professionals.

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As an Augmentative Communication Specialist, your day often involves assessing individuals' communication needs, recommending and programming appropriate AAC devices, and providing training to users, families, and staff. You may collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including occupational therapists, educators, and IT staff to ensure each client receives comprehensive support. Regularly, you'll troubleshoot technical issues, update device vocabulary, and document client progress. This variety keeps the role dynamic and allows you to make a meaningful difference in each client’s ability to communicate effectively.

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To thrive as an Augmentative Communication Specialist, you need expertise in speech-language pathology, assistive technology, and a relevant degree or certification such as ASHA CCC-SLP. Proficiency with AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) devices, specialized software, and dynamic assessment tools is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and patience set outstanding professionals apart in this field. These attributes are vital to tailoring effective communication solutions and supporting individuals with complex communication needs.

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Infographic showing various Augmentative Communication Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $67,006 per year, or $32.2 per hour.

Speech Language Specialist

Penns Grove Liberty #1

Penns Grove, NJ • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

TITLE: SPEECH-LANGUAGE SPECIALIST
QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Must possess or be eligible for a Speech-Language Specialist (#3462) certificate (CE or Standard) from the New Jersey Department of Education.
  2. Must possess a Master's degree in speech-language pathology from a regionally accredited college or university or meet the requirements for a Provisional Certificate.
  3. Must hold or be willing to obtain/maintain any licenses and certifications needed to bill for services under the Special Education Medicaid Initiative (SEMI) at own expense.
  4. Demonstrated knowledge of New Jersey's current rules and regulations regarding Child Study Teams and special education assessments and program requirements, including the difference between a medical vs. a school-based service model.
  5. Demonstrated knowledge of language development and language disorders in children and adolescents as well as distinctions between language disorders and English language acquisition.
  6. Ability to develop/maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administrators, and other stakeholders and work effectively as a member of a collaborative team.
  7. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
  8. Must be highly organized to schedule a large caseload of daily services, conduct ongoing evaluations, and maintain student records.
  9. Pass mandatory pre-employment physical, including drug screening.
  10. Pass mandatory criminal history screening.
  11. Consistent attendance as defined by the New Jersey Department of Education.
  12. Basic knowledge of Google Office suite and general computer skills.
  13. Must possess a valid drivers' license and reliable vehicle to transition between buildings as needed.
  14. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and Board of Education deem appropriate.
REPORTS TO: Director of Special Services/Building Principal
JOB GOALS: Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, school-based speech language specialist provides prevention, assessment, and remediation services for students who exhibit difficulties in the areas of language, speech, voice, and fluency. These services are designed to help children meet their educational goals. Speech-language specialist work to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Delivers speech/language therapy to identified students consistent with their individual program requirements and with State and Federal requirements.
  2. Provides thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech and language functioning using a variety of informal methods and a variety of formal assessment tools and writes comprehensive evaluation reports, recommends programs/services based upon evaluation results. Shares evaluation results and program recommendations, if any, in writing and orally with appropriate staff and parents.
  3. Together with parents and appropriate staff, develops and annually reviews IEPs and service plans for identified students, regularly monitoring and reporting progress toward goals and objectives.
  4. Case manages students in accordance with Federal and State mandates consistent with district practice, monitoring and complying with all due dates, notice requirements etc.
  5. Provides speech/language services as a consultant/member of the Intervention and Referral Services (I&RS) in the assessment of, educational planning for, monitoring of, and reevaluation of students in need of related services, in accordance with all applicable federal, State and local codes and regulations.
  6. Interprets collected data for concerned staff showing the implications for curriculum and learning.
  7. Assists and guides teachers in observing, describing and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairments when requested.
  8. Provides screening to identify speech handicapped children at regular intervals.9.
  9. Assists in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community as appropriate and requested.
  10. Provides training and educational programs for staff/parents to promote an understanding of speech/language concepts and to increase competency in dealing with problems in speech/language development and augmentative communication, as requested, including the Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG).
  11. Continuously updates, and maintains, confidential records for the individual students receiving school-provided therapy and, as appropriate, speech services by outside providers.
  12. Records all eligible services in the Special Education Medicaid Initiative (SEMI) program and responds timely to all Random Moment in Time studies consistent with all Medicaid provider requirements.
  13. Collaborates with the Director of Special Services regarding all programs, services, and supports as they relate to the needs of students and the district budget.
  14. Maintains a level of professional competence and current research findings appropriate to the specific area of certification, including maintaining all additional license requirements for the position, assignment and matters of general educational importance.
  15. Follows due process procedures as outlined in the New Jersey Administrative Code 6A:14.
  16. Observe rigorously the ASHA code of ethics of the Speech-Language Specialist profession to maintain the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents, school personnel, and other agenciesassociated with the school.
  17. Complies with all statutory and district timelines for completing evaluations, meetings, record keeping, written notice requirements, direct services, and any other information as requested by the Administration.
  18. May need to assist students with hygiene and feeding needs and escort students to/from classes.
  19. Performs other related professional duties as assigned by administration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: May lift, push, or pull 40+ pounds. Ability to be mobile within the building and throughout the district. Ability to work with disabled students who may present physical and/or emotional challenges, including performing physical restraints when needed. May need to assist with hygiene/feeding needs of students. Must be able to walk, run, squat, sit on the floor, bend, and twist to meet the needs of individual students.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Ten (10) month position.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on the evaluation on Evaluation of Instructional/Educational Services Personnel.
SALARY & BENEFITS: Penns Grove- Carneys Point Regional Teacher Negotiated Agreement
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $65,390.00-$99,775.00
BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES: Medical, prescription, and optional dental insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional Disability Insurance (AFLAC, Prudential, and American General)
Pre-Tax Deduction Options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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