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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor slp in Delaware is $44.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.79 and $51.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an independent contractor SLP?

Independent contractor SLPs are speech-language pathologists who work on a contract basis rather than as traditional employees. They provide speech therapy services to clients, schools, or healthcare facilities under a contractual agreement, often setting their own schedules and managing their own caseloads. This arrangement offers flexibility and autonomy but also requires independent contractors to handle their own taxes, insurance, and business expenses.

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To thrive as an Independent Contractor SLP, you need a master's degree in speech-language pathology, state licensure, ASHA certification (CCC-SLP), and strong clinical skills in assessment and intervention. Familiarity with telepractice platforms, electronic documentation systems, and billing software is often required. Outstanding communication, self-motivation, and organizational skills set you apart in managing caseloads and client relationships independently. These competencies ensure you deliver effective therapy, maintain compliance, and succeed in a flexible, self-managed work environment.

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Independent Contractor Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) often have the flexibility to set their own schedules and select the clients or facilities they work with. This autonomy allows them to balance multiple contracts, but it also requires strong organizational skills to manage documentation, session planning, and communication across different settings. Contractors should be prepared to coordinate with school staff, healthcare teams, or families, depending on the work environment. Staying proactive with scheduling and clear communication is essential to maintaining a sustainable caseload and meeting client goals.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Slp job openings in Delaware as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,118 per year, or $44.3 per hour.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Kelly Pediatric Therapy

Odessa, DE

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Implement specialized therapy treatment, techniques, and instruction in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) of students being served.

  • Participate in IEP and multi-disciplinary team meetings to assist in evaluating student needs/progress and to develop and/or revise individualized therapy interventions, objectives, and goals.

  • Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and implement classroom-based activities and instructional techniques to ensure carry-over of learning.

Job description

Kelly Pediatric Therapy is seeking multiple Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP's) to provide school-based services for a local school district for the 2026/27 school year.  
**Caseload is shared between a middle school and kindergarten center (Same Campus) Will consider virtual candidates**
Perks: 
  • We offer competitive rates with reimbursement for documentation, meeting attendance, and report writing. 
  • This is a 1099 Independent contracting position, allowing for greater flexibility.? 
  • Kelly Pediatric Therapy provides consistent on-site and off-site mentorship with Clinical Directors and Team Leaders. 
  • School-Based Academy: We provide the support and community a new School-Based therapist needs to feel comfortable and be successful. 
  • Lending Library: Kelly Pediatric Therapy recognizes the additional expense in providing evaluation materials. We have an extensive library of testing tools and assessments for therapists to borrow as needed. 
Responsibilities: 
  • Implement specialized therapy treatment, techniques, and instruction in accordance with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) of students being served. 
  • Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and multi-disciplinary team meetings to assist in evaluating student needs/progress and to develop and/or revise individualized therapy interventions, objectives, and goals. 
  • Collaborate with teaching staff to plan and implement classroom-based activities and instructional techniques to ensure carry-over of learning. 
  • Provide consultative services to parents in the therapy program of their child. 
  • Compile, maintain, and file all required student documentation and reports incompliance with deadlines, confidentiality laws, federal and state laws, State Board of Education regulations, and school administrative policies and procedures. 
 
Company Profile: 
Each year the number of students receiving related services under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) changes and grows. The need for expert clinicians (like you!) to serve these students is the catalyst for KPT’s mission to deliver holistic, comprehensive, education-based therapy services. For over 20 years KPT has partnered with Independent Contractors that share this same mission. Together we can change the way we help child access their full education and have reach their potential! 
Qualifications: 
  • Valid state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist 
  • Child Abuse, Federal, and State Clearances 
  • CF’s are welcome to apply!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly Pediatric Therapy?

Looking to impact the future of children’s lives? At Kelly Pediatric Therapy, we endeavor to find the right therapy or related service opportunities for providers who are dedicated to our passion of helping children thrive. Kelly Pediatric Therapy is leading the charge as a provider focused environment, in the areas of Early Intervention, School-Based Services, and Outpatient care. No need for you to navigate the pediatric therapy world alone. Committed to quality treatment and provider retention, we offer programming, solutions, and resources - Always allowing you to treat with confidence, knowing that mentors, other clinicians, clinical directors, resources, ideas, and experience surround you and are available for you to utilize.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
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