Speech Language Pathologist (HC) Leave Cover (1/12/27-2/23/27)

COMPENSATION: $45.00/ hour

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Speech Language Pathologists are expected to provide therapy for students who exhibit special education needs in the areas of language, speech, voice, fluency, and feeding/swallowing in order to help students meet their educational needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid Illinois Professional Education License (PEL) with an endorsement in Speech Language Pathology.
• Bilingual Preferred
• ASHA CCC's highly recommended
• A valid license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations (IDFPR) in the area of Speech Language Pathology
• Knowledge of state and federal laws regarding special education and speech language pathology including procedures for assessment and treatment of communication disorders
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to case manage speech only students by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, parents, teachers, staff, etc.
• CF applicants encouraged to apply

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess and treat a variety of communication disorders including, but not limited to, articulations, phonology, receptive language, expressive language, fluency, voice, feeding/swallowing, etc.
• Write and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Work collaboratively with staff to accomplish students' IEP goals
• Use best practice therapy techniques to assist the students to achieve their goals
• Maintain sufficient data to support progress and growth of students toward their documented goals
• Educate teachers, staff, and parents regarding the role of the Speech Language Pathologist
• Follow and implement specific district policies and procedures
• Adheres to the ethical standards and codes of the profession and to the established rules, regulations, and laws governing special education
• Perform other duties as assigned