Speech Language Pathologist | Eastlawn - Acres Slpit

Speech Language Pathologist

Rantoul City Schools is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist at Eastlawn & Pleasant Acres Elementary. Starting date:
August 12, 2026. Minimum starting salary: $56,250.00. Maximum starting salary: $.

Why choose RCS? Our students. Once you meet them, you will love them! Small classes. We pride ourselves on our very small class sizes (15-20 per class). Professional support. Our schools have Instructional Coaches, Tech Integration Specialists, Reading and Math Specialists, Counselors and Social Workers all to support you and your students.

Under the direction of the Building Principal and Director of Special Services, the Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities.

Possess a Master's Degree in (Speech and Language Sciences) or related field. Illinois Teaching Certification in Speech and Language Pathology. Understanding and experience with curriculum design, planning and instruction. Strong communication skills (written and oral).

• Deliver quality language instruction/interventions in the areas of voice, fluency, language, development and articulation to students with speech and language disabilities in accordance with the IEPs of assigned caseload.
• Skilled in the administration and interpretation of formal and informal diagnostic assessment instruments use specifically for the identification of students with speech and language disabilities.
• Working knowledge of state and federal Special Education Law.
• Travel between schools within assigned area, carry up to 25 pounds of material.
• Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives.
• Functions as IEP Manager to assigned students.
• Act as coordinator of IEP implementation with general education staff.
• Develop, select and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
• Design individual and small group instruction.
• Articulate curriculum between and among grade levels.
• Maintain appropriate records and follows required procedures and practices.
• Manage classroom organization.
• Supervise students in a variety of school related settings.
• Communicate and interact with students, parents, staff and community.
• Incorporate Common Core State Standards into instruction.
• Communicate regularly and assist the classroom teachers in curriculum/instructional modification needs.
• Coordinate instruction with other teachers of the school.
• Assist in administering diagnostic assessment for academic progress and planning.
• Work cooperatively with the administration and staff to schedule meetings.
• Knowledge of Special Education research, trends, and best practices.
• Engage learners in differentiated learning experiences for the range of skill levels and developmental needs found in the classroom, managing multiple instructional activities simultaneously.
• Monitor the pacing of instruction and budget class time efficiently by providing clear directions, outlining expectations, and effectively bringing to closure instructional experiences.
• Performs duties as assigned.