Speech-Language Pathologist – Early Childhood

Pay: to $36/hour Location: Tuscaloosa, Alabama The Opportunity If you've been looking for a caseload built entirely around early childhood — not a split assignment squeezed between school groups or medical settings — this direct-hire role puts you full-time in a play-based daycare and early learning environment, working exclusively with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. The position pays $36/hour and includes paid relocation, so if Tuscaloosa isn't currently home, that's already covered. Why This Opportunity Is Worth a Look $36/hour, full-time direct hire — not a per-diem or contract assignment Relocation assistance paid by the employer Clinical Fellows and CFYs welcome to apply — this isn't restricted to fully certified SLPs only Manageable caseloads , as described by the employer, in a setting built around early intervention rather than high-volume scheduling Full integration into a daycare's daily routines — classroom carryover, not isolated pull-out sessions What Your Week Looks Like Conduct play-based speech, language, and early communication assessments for infants, toddlers, and young children Design and deliver therapy plans built around early childhood learning styles, sensory preferences, and developmental milestones Work directly alongside daycare teachers and early childhood specialists to build communication strategies into classroom routines, story times, and play Track and document progress on speech clarity, receptive/expressive language, and social communication Coach parents and childcare staff on language strategies for home and classroom carryover What We're Looking For Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders Valid Georgia State License in Speech-Language Pathology, or active eligibility (CCC-SLP preferred; Clinical Fellows and CFYs welcome) 1-2 years of work experience; prior experience with pediatric populations or early intervention is a strong plus An adaptable, playful approach suited to working with very young children Why Candidates Say Yes A caseload focused entirely on early childhood development, in a classroom-integrated setting rather than a clinical one Relocation paid for candidates coming from outside the area Clinical Fellows are welcomed, not just fully licensed SLPs Employer-stated commitment to manageable caseloads and work-life balance Ready to Explore? If working with toddlers and preschoolers in a hands-on, play-based setting sounds like the kind of caseload you'd actually look forward to, let's talk. There's no pressure and no obligation — just a conversation about whether this fits what you're looking for next. Great Bay Staffing represents candidates with complete confidentiality. Your résumé will never be shared with a client without your knowledge and approval.