School Speech Language Pathologist - Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL
Step into a rewarding opportunity supporting students as a contract Speech-Language Pathologist for the remainder of the school year. This position covers a maternity leave and offers the chance to make a significant impact in two vibrant school communities, serving a diverse group of students from PreK through 8th grade.
In this full-time assignment, you'll collaborate with educators and families to foster student communication skills and promote academic success. You'll gain valuable experience while helping fill a vital need, all within a supportive educational environment near the Chicago area.
Desired Qualifications:
- Active Illinois SLP license
- Professional Educator License (PEL)
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
- Prior experience in a school-based setting is highly preferred
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to manage a diverse caseload across PreK–8th grade
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct speech-language therapy to students with a variety of communication needs
- Conduct assessments, develop IEP goals, and participate in multidisciplinary meetings
- Collaborate closely with teachers, special education staff, and parents
- Support students at two nearby schools, ensuring continuity of services
- Develop creative and engaging intervention plans tailored to individual student needs
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with school and state requirements
Benefits and Perks:
- Gain experience working with a wide age range, from early childhood to middle school
- Work within a dynamic, collaborative school team
- Supportive work environment and clear assignment structure
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students’ educational journeys
If you're ready to bring your expertise to a community of students who will benefit from your dedication, apply today! Take this chance to advance your school-based SLP career with a fulfilling contract position for the remainder of the academic year.
Compensation for this position ranges from $40.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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