Job Description
Advance your career in speech-language pathology through a rewarding contract opportunity serving high school students. Work part-time, three days per week, near Tinley Park, IL, supporting learners aged 2 to 22 with a range of speech and language needs-including moderate to severe disabilities. In this dynamic setting, you'll: Key Responsibilities: Play an integral role in planning and delivering targeted speech-language therapy Utilize and support assistive technology and augmentative communication systems Address students' needs in areas including social language skills, articulation, voice, oral-motor function, feeding, and overall receptive and expressive language development Perform thorough diagnostic and evaluative testing tailored to individual students Produce impactful reports reflecting assessment outcomes and student observations Develop and update IEP (Individualized Education Plan) objectives to guide progress and interventions Build strong relationships and maintain regular communication with parents and colleagues regarding student development and support strategies Provide skilled, compassionate guidance to students with diverse abilities Qualifications: Eligible for (or hold) Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) credentials and a valid Professional Educator License (PEL) At least 1-2 years of school-based SLP experience preferred Effective communicator, collaborative mindset, and adaptable problem solver Comfortable working with students facing moderate to severe challenges Benefits: Competitive pay structure reflecting your experience Weekly pay schedule for reliable income Access to medical, dental, and vision coverage Collaborate with passionate professionals in an