Pediatric Bilingual School-Based Speech Language Pathologist | Gurnee, Illinois

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Job Description

Step into a supportive school environment where your expertise as a bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist can truly make a difference in students lives. This contract opportunity offers a collaborative and dynamic setting near Gurnee, IL, beginning in the upcoming school year. Work as part of a comprehensive team that includes social workers, psychologists, and other SLPs, all dedicated to student success.

You will manage a caseload of approximately 35-45 students, sharing responsibility with 3-5 SLPs per school and supported by a special education supervisor at each location. Your role encompasses a balance of conducting evaluations, eligibility meetings, and IEP sessions, as well as delivering direct therapy servicesincluding providing RtI (Response to Intervention) support for children with diverse needs.

Desired Background and Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current Illinois SLP license.
• PEL (Professional Educators License) for IL schools issued through ISBE.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.
• Prior experience in pediatric or school-based settings is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations.
• Participate actively in eligibility determinations and IEP meetings.
• Provide individualized and group therapy to students.
• Collaborate with team members for effective intervention planning.
• Document services and progress in compliance with state and district requirements.

As an onsite professional, you'll enjoy weekly pay, eligibility for 401K retirement plans, and insurance coverage for medical, dental, vision, and life needs.

Ready to shape young lives through your clinical and bilingual skills? Take the next step in your career and apply today to make a daily impact in a school-based setting that values collaboration and growth.

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.