Speech Language Pathologist 2026-2027

Supervisor: Principal / Assistant Principal
Salary: Per Collective Bargaining Agreement
Work Year: School Year
Location: Prairie School

Summary: Under the general supervision of the School Principal and Assistant Princnipal, this position supports school teams by providing specialized knowledge and skills in the area of communication development and difficulties and how these impact curriculum and social outcomes for students.

• ISBE PEL with Speech Language Pathologist endorsement, required.
• ISBE PEL with additional endorsements, preferred.
• Master’s Degree in Communication Disorders

• Have knowledge of current speech/language pathology approaches and practices
• Have the ability to plan program goals and designated outcomes for students
• Have the ability to implement strategies, activities and techniques for promoting quality student performance in communication and language development
• Have the ability to assess communication and language learning outcomes achieved by students using a variety of assessment procedures (i.e., formal and informal testing, observation, ongoing monitoring of performance)
• Possess the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and the community and outside agencies to better meet the needs of students
• Possess the ability to address the learning styles of students
• Possess the ability to work as a contributing team member
• Possess the ability to assist with curriculum adaptations to meet the diverse needs of learners
• Possess the ability to effectively contribute to an individual program plan for students with special needs

• Comprehensive understanding of school based Speech/Language therapy
• Strong understanding of data collection/monitoring of student progress
• Public or private school experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience serving young children
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team
• The ability to evaluate and assess students
• Utilize appropriate assessment tools and techniques
• Prepare initial evaluation and progress reports as required
• Design and implement treatment plans, goals and clinical interventions

We are an equal opportunity employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.