Speech Therapist in Des Plaines, IL
This opportunity is for a bilingual Speech Language Pathologist (English and Spanish) serving K-12 students within multiple school sites in the Chicago area. The position runs from ASAP through May 20, 2026, on a full-time contract basis offering a 37.5-hour workweek. The role is on-site only.
Responsibilities include providing comprehensive speech and language evaluations and therapy services across various early childhood and elementary school settings. Assignments may involve caseloads at up to two different schools, including early childhood programs and itinerant evaluation roles. The district supports Clinical Fellows, provided supervision is arranged.
Key qualifications:
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech Language Pathologist endorsement
- Illinois Speech Language Pathologist license
- Fluency in English and Spanish, with proven bilingual SLP experience
- Ability to manage caseloads across multiple school sites
- Strong collaboration and communication skills with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Commitment to working on-site full-time during the school year contract
Locations of possible assignments include early childhood centers and elementary schools with varying full-time equivalent workloads.
Benefits include gaining valuable experience within a dynamic school district while supporting diverse student populations. The bilingual expertise is essential to serve native English- and Spanish-speaking students effectively.
Candidates who meet the licensing requirements and possess bilingual skills are encouraged to apply for this rewarding onsite school-based role. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on student communication and academic success throughout the school year. Apply today to advance your career as a bilingual school-based Speech Language Pathologist.
Compensation for this position ranges from $30.25 to $66.40. 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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