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Speech Language Pathologist Intern Jobs in Virginia

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist

Roanoke, VA · On-site

$1.6K - $2.1K/wk

Speech Language Pathologist * Discipline: Therapy * Start Date: 08/24/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We currently have a client in ...

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist

Forest, VA · On-site

$1.4K - $1.8K/wk

Speech Language Pathologist * Discipline: Therapy * Start Date: 08/24/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We currently have a client in ...

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist

Hampton, VA · On-site

$1.7K - $2.1K/wk

Speech Language Pathologist * Discipline: Therapy * Start Date: 08/31/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We currently have a client in ...

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Travel Speech Language Pathologist

Suffolk, VA · On-site

$1.5K - $1.9K/wk

Speech Language Pathologist * Discipline: Therapy * Start Date: 08/24/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 40 hours per week * Shift: 8 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel We currently have a client in ...

Riverside Health System Non-Providers

$55 - $63/hr

A Speech Language Pathologist carries out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The ...

Riverside

$55 - $63/hr

A Speech Language Pathologist carries out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The ...

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How much do speech language pathologist intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for speech language pathologist intern in Virginia is $43.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.77 and $51.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of supervision and mentorship can a speech language pathologist intern expect during their internship?

As a Speech Language Pathologist Intern, you will typically work under the close supervision of a licensed and certified Speech Language Pathologist (SLP). Supervisors provide regular feedback, model evaluation and therapy techniques, and review your documentation to ensure it meets both clinical and ethical standards. Interns often participate in weekly meetings or check-ins to discuss cases, set goals, and address challenges. This structured mentorship helps interns grow their clinical skills, build confidence, and prepare for independent practice.

What is the difference between Speech Language Pathologist Intern vs Speech Language Pathologist?

AspectSpeech Language Pathologist InternSpeech Language Pathologist
CredentialsGraduate student in communication sciences/disorders, supervised clinical hoursMaster's degree in speech-language pathology, state licensure, certification (e.g., ASHA CCC-SLP)
Work EnvironmentClinical practicum sites, hospitals, schools under supervisionIndependent practice in clinics, schools, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, hospitals, clinics during trainingFull licensed professionals providing therapy services

The main difference is that a Speech Language Pathologist Intern is a student gaining supervised clinical experience, while a Speech Language Pathologist is a fully licensed professional authorized to independently provide therapy services.

What is a speech language pathologist intern?

A Speech Language Pathologist Intern is a graduate student or recent graduate who is completing supervised clinical experience as part of their training to become a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP). Interns work under the guidance of licensed SLPs to assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders. This internship provides hands-on experience in various settings, such as schools, hospitals, or private practices, and is a crucial step for meeting licensure and certification requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a speech language pathologist intern?

To thrive as a Speech Language Pathologist Intern, you need foundational knowledge of speech and language disorders, typically gained through coursework in communication sciences and supervised clinical experience. Familiarity with assessment tools, therapy materials, and electronic documentation systems is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and a willingness to learn set outstanding interns apart in clinical environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively supporting patients, collaborating with supervisors, and building a successful career in speech-language pathology.
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Infographic showing various Speech Language Pathologist Intern job openings in Virginia as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 18% Internship, 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,563 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Senior Speech & Language Pathologist

Richmond Public Schools

Richmond, VA • On-site

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Re-posted 3 days ago

Richmond Public Schools (Virginia) rating

6.2

Company rating: 6.2 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

426th of 624 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Job Title:
Senior Speech & Language Pathologist
Grade Level/Terms of Employment:
Grade 125 /12 Month (260 days)
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Work Location:
Exceptional Education
Immediate Supervisor:
Associate Director, Exceptional Education
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Senior Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Richmond Public Schools provides comprehensive speech and language services to students with communication disorders while also serving in a leadership and supervisory capacity. This role involves evaluating, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders, as well as overseeing and mentoring a team of speech language pathologists across the district.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Participates in the recruitment, selection, assignment, and retention of speech language pathologists.
  • Participates in the procurement of speech language pathologist vendors.
  • Supervises division-wide speech-language programs and services in schools and private settings.
  • Facilitates supervisory roles for ASHA's clinical fellows and university practicum students. Ensures participation of speech-language pathologists in division-wide professional development activities.
  • Convenes speech language pathology staff meetings.
  • Oversees implementation of procedures and supporting documents necessary to comply with federal, state, and division regulations and guidelines.
  • Organizes, presents, and disseminates information regarding current therapy/treatment practices, assessment techniques, forms, procedures, and professional opportunities for speech language pathologists and other staff as appropriate.
  • Facilitates departmental teams for professional development, purchasing, and technology applications.
  • Collaborate with the division's Educational Audiologist to ensure that equipment used for hearing screenings division-wide is available and calibrated for the SLPs' use as required.
  • Evaluates speech language programs and services and provides recommendations as needed.
  • Completes performance evaluations of speech language pathologists consistent with procedures in the Richmond Public Schools Teacher Performance Evaluation System.
  • Completes performance evaluations of vendor speech language pathologists consistent with procedures in the Richmond Public Schools Teacher Performance Evaluation System.
  • Serves as a parent /community liaison and resolves parental concerns.
  • Supervises and provides support for speech-language pathologists' participation in billing Medicaid.
  • Organizes staff for extended school year services.
  • Collaborates with specialists and school professionals during, before, or after IEP team meetings for which communication skills are an inherent or related component.
  • Participates in continuing education to remain current in all aspects of speech-language pathology and stay abreast of educational issues.
  • Assists the Executive Director in procurement processes related to speech pathology in accordance with Richmond Public Schools' protocols and internal controls.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • A Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution,
  • 5 years' experience in delivering speech-language services in a school setting and a Speech Language Pathologist License with the Virginia Department of Health Professions or a valid license by the Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) is required.
  • A Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) (or ability to obtain CCCs within 90 days).
  • Bilingual to include Spanish preferred.
  • The ability to communicate and work in a collaborative and cooperative manner with diverse groups in schools and the community is essential.
  • Must have a comprehensive understanding of the knowledge, skills, and processes of communication, oral and written, as defined in the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) and how these are interrelated in forming a sound foundation for the understanding of speech and language acquisition.
  • Must have an understanding of the knowledge, skills, and processes of typical development and the use of speech, language, and hearing.
  • Must be knowledgeable of the basic communication sciences (acoustics; physiological processes of speech, language, and hearing).
  • Must be thoroughly familiar with the principles of remedial procedures and instrumentation in the prevention and rehabilitation of disorders of articulation, language, voice, fluency, auditory processing, and hearing.
  • A comprehensive understanding of the processes of service delivery and instruction, including organization and administration of public school programs to provide services for persons with speech-language disorders, and services available from related fields for those with communication disorders, is essential.
  • Must have an understanding of the knowledge, skills, and processes for educating students with disabilities, the associated legal aspects, and sensitivity to issues of diversity.

HOW TO APPLY: All applicants (including RPS employees) must submit an on-line application. Please access website at: www.rvaschools.net
Please upload the following information with your application: a current resume, transcript and license if applicable. Three references names and contact information will be required if you progress to the interview step of the selection process. Richmond Public Schools will conduct a background investigation, fingerprinting and tuberculosis screening as a condition of employment. EOE.
START DATE: Based on School Board approval

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