Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation’s top schools. We’re partnering with a school program in Mercer County, New Jersey to hire a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2025–2026 school year.

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will provide comprehensive speech and language services to students with autism in a specialized school setting. The SLP will assess communication needs, deliver evidence-based therapy, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support functional communication, social language, and academic success. This role is ideal for clinicians passionate about working with students with autism in a structured, supportive environment.

Position Details:

• Position: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

• Location: In-person, Mercer County, NJ

• Setting: Specialized autism school (non-adult program)

• Schedule: Full-time or part-time; specific days/hours are flexible

• School Calendar: Year-round program

• School Year: 2025–2026
• Start Date: ASAP

Responsibilities:

• Conduct speech and language evaluations and screenings for students with autism.

• Provide direct therapy services in individual and small-group settings.

• Develop, implement, and monitor IEP goals related to speech, language, and communication.

• Support functional communication, social language, and AAC use as appropriate.

• Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, and related service providers to ensure consistent supports.

• Maintain accurate documentation, progress notes, and compliance with IDEA and state requirements.

Qualifications:

• Valid New Jersey Speech-Language Pathologist license (required).

• Experience working with students with autism preferred.

• Knowledge of AAC systems, pragmatic language interventions, and evidence-based practices.

• Strong collaboration and communication skills within multidisciplinary teams.

• Commitment to student-centered, inclusive, and data-driven practice.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about supporting students with autism and making a meaningful impact in a specialized, year-round school environment, this is the opportunity for you! Join a collaborative team dedicated to helping students build communication skills that support independence and success.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.