Full Job Description
We are currently hiring Speech Language Pathologists for the [redacted] school year in the southland area, including the south suburbs of Chicago. Positions are available in early childhood, elementary, and high school settings.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide direct and indirect speech and language services in alignment with students' IEPs.
• Conduct comprehensive speech language evaluations and complete written reports within mandated timelines.
• Develop measurable annual goals and benchmarks aligned with present levels of academic and functional performance.
• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility conferences, and multidisciplinary team discussions.
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exercise sound professional judgment, especially in interactions with administration, colleagues, families, and students.
• Support students with a wide range of speech-language-related issues to meet academic performance standards. SLPs work includes prevention, assessment, intervention, and program design efforts that are integrated within a school curriculum in conjunction with teachers, parents, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate session notes, service logs, progress reports, and Medicaid documentation as required by district protocols.
• Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, and families to support student access to curriculum and communication growth.
• Provide classroom based, small group, and individual intervention as appropriate to student need.
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exercise sound professional judgment, especially in interactions with administration, colleagues, families, and students.
Physical Requirements:
• Light Work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Qualifications:
• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology from an ASHA accredited university required.
• Active Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech Language Pathologist endorsement required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.
• School based experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP compliance, and special education procedures required.
Schedule:
• Full time and part time opportunities available.
• School hours typically 8:00 am to 3:30 pm and vary by district location.
• Onsite only.
Employment Options and Compensation:
• Hourly rate ranges from $53.00 to $70.00 per hour
• W 2 employee and 1099 independent contractor options are available. Final rate determination will reflect licensure status, prior school based experience, and employment structure selected.
• W 2 Employee Option
• Competitive hourly rate
• Paid Time Off
• Healthcare Premium Reimbursement Program
• Paid Continuing Education Units
• Material reimbursement stipend
• Professional mentorship and leadership support
• 1099 Independent Contractor Option
• Flexible scheduling options
Join a clinician led organization committed to equitable, evidence based services and strong professional support for SY 2026-2027.