Speech-Language Pathologist – School-Based

Location: Near Gurnee, IL area
Position Type: Part-Time or Full-Time
Start: Immediate, continuing through school year
Pay: $60–$80 per hour

Schedule

• Approximately 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch)
• Part-time or full-time availability considered
• Covering intermittent leave for current SLP; coverage needs may fluctuate throughout the year

About the Opportunity

Primary school serving grades 1-3 is seeking an SLP to support a full caseload (up to 60 students) while the current SLP is on intermittent leave. Students present with a range of needs including language, articulation, and fluency/stuttering — no students with significant behavioral needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech-language therapy services (language, articulation, fluency) per IEP
• Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations as needed
• Develop, implement, and progress-monitor IEP goals
• Maintain timely, compliant documentation
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and related service providers
• Participate in IEP meetings as needed

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Active Illinois SLP License (IDFPR)
• Experience with elementary-age caseloads preferred
• Comfortable stepping into an existing caseload with minimal ramp-up time

Ideal Candidate

• Able to jump in quickly and manage a full caseload independently
• Strong organizational skills to handle documentation across a large caseload
• Flexible with part-time/full-time and schedule needs
• Comfortable with language, articulation, and fluency caseload mix