SLP Jobs in Naperville, IL

An SLP, or Speech-Language Pathologist, plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This includes disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing. They use detailed evaluations to create personalized treatment plans that aid in managing these disorders effectively. SLPs work in varied settings like schools, private practices, hospitals, and research labs. Skills such as active listening, critical thinking, patience, empathy, and excellent verbal communication are crucial to their role.

Before becoming an SLP, a person should ideally possess a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and necessary certifications include the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Prior job roles may include a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, where they work under a certified SLP, a Rehabilitation Aide in a healthcare setting, or a Special Education Teacher, where they gain experience working with individuals with communication disorders. These roles help build a strong foundation in understanding and implementing therapeutic techniques and strategies, critical for a successful career as an SLP.

1-15 of 862 Jobs

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) - Schools

Palatine, IL (24 miles from Naperville, IL)
2 hours ago

Palatine, IL (24 miles from Naperville, IL)
2 hours ago

Language Pathologists for an ASAP school assignment in Palatine, IL!...

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,321 per week

Elmhurst, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
3 hours ago

Elmhurst, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
3 hours ago

Assured Nursing is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Elmhurst, Illinois....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC): School Setting Opportunity

Tinley Park, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
5 hours ago

Tinley Park, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
5 hours ago

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Location: Tinley Park, Illinois Job Details: Illinois state SLP-CCC licensure required On site required Elementary student caseload Next school year opening Key...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC): 25/26 School Year

Bolingbrook, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
5 hours ago

Bolingbrook, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
5 hours ago

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) Location: Bolingbrook, Illinois Job Details: Illinois state SLP-CCC licensure required On site required Elementary student caseload Key Responsibilities: Conduct...

Speech and Language Pathologist (Preschool - Eighth Grade) (1.0 FTE)

Harwood Heights, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
9 hours ago

Harwood Heights, IL (21 miles from Naperville, IL)
9 hours ago

Union Ridge School District 86 Job Description Job Title: Speech & Language Pathologist (Preschool - Eighth Grade) (1.0 FTE) for the 2025-26 School Year Job Goal: To conduct evaluations, eligibility...

Speech & Language Pathologist

Glendale Heights, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
13 hours ago

Glendale Heights, IL (10 miles from Naperville, IL)
13 hours ago

Administers the annual budget for speech therapy services. 11....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,800 per week

St Charles, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
16 hours ago

St Charles, IL (13 miles from Naperville, IL)
16 hours ago

Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in St Charles, Illinois....

Remote Speech Pathologist Opening SLP Addison Illinois

Addison, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Addison, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide speech and language services to students with communication disorders, evaluate and diagnose communication disorders, and develop treatment plans....

Remote Work

Speech Pathologist Assistant SLPA Opening Near Wheaton Illinois

Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Wheaton, IL (5 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Speech Pathologist Assistant SLPA Opening Near Elmhurst Illinois

Elmhurst, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Elmhurst, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Speech Pathologist SLP Opening Near Geneva Illinois

Geneva, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Geneva, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Speech Pathologist Assistant SLPA Opening Near Geneva Illinois

Geneva, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Geneva, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Teletherapy Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) - Illinois

Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Aurora, IL (6 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Speech Pathologist - Teletherapy - Illinois A school district is seeking a full-time or part-time virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the current school year....

Speech Pathologist SLP Opening Near Elmhurst Illinois

Elmhurst, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Elmhurst, IL (12 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Speech Pathologist Assistant SLPA Opening Near Elmwood Park Illinois

Elmwood Park, IL (19 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

Elmwood Park, IL (19 miles from Naperville, IL)
18 hours ago

View all 862 jobs

Demographic Data for Naperville, IL

Moving to Naperville, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Naperville, IL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Naperville, IL

Local

National

Total Population

168,114

Number of Businesses

5,788

City Size

Medium/Lg

SLP Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireTherapy curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.

Get your toddler to talk using SLP designed cartoons

The goal is get your toddler to talk! This course is designed by a speech pathologist, and it is for toddlers that have fewer than 15 words in their vocabulary. The toddler is encouraged to watch...

The Fundamentals of Speech Therapy for Children

Speech-related problems can cause social and mental health problems and even prevent people from living an everyday life. Early detection of these disorders makes their management a lot easier....

Mindfulness Meditation Practitioner Training, MBSR

This course teaches you how to implement a Mindfulness, Meditation, & Movement Program into your care with seniors and the aging population. The OMindful Program was created through evidence-based...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles

Salary for SLP Jobs in Naperville, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireTherapy research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for SLP positions.

Highest Education Level

SLPs in Naperville, IL offer the following education background

Master's Degree

61.3%

Bachelor's Degree

20.7%

Associate's Degree

8.0%

Doctorate Degree

5.8%

High School or GED

2.0%

Vocational Degree or Certification

1.8%

Some College

0.3%

Some High School

0.2%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by SLPs in Naperville, IL

None

35.7%

1-2 years

27.2%

Less than 1 year

25.8%

2-4 years

11.3%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a SLP position

In-Demand skills () are the most popular among employers according to the current jobs in our database. Last updated today!

Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills