Empowering School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist

Evanston/Skokie School District 65; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 seeks a Speech/Language Pathologist to support students and staff in developing and implementing effective communication programs within the school setting. Responsibilities include assessing language skills, guiding teachers, collaborating with families, and delivering therapy to minimize communication disorder impacts.

The role reports to the Building Principal and the Director of Student Specialized Services, with salary details for the 2026-2027 school year

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Illinois State License IDFPR.
• Job related experience within a specialized field.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses students' communication skills to identify disorders and develop recommendations for treatment.
• Assists and guides teachers for observing, describing, and referring suspected students with speech or language deficits.
• Collaborates with parents, teachers, physicians, administration and other professionals to address student communication needs.
• Coordinates meetings and processes for eligible students (IEPs, testing, parent conferences, etc.).
• Develops treatment plans and educational materials to minimize the impact of communication disorders.
• Instructs staff on communicative disorders, assistive devices and prescribed treatment plans.
• Interprets medical reports to ensure plans are appropriate.
• Maintains files and documents for reference and compliance.
• Provides speech and language therapy to students to support school success.
• Researches resources and methods to determine appropriate approaches.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Master's degree from an accredited college or university

Illinois State License IDFPR

Job description

Evanston/Skokie School District 65 seeks a Speech/Language Pathologist to support students and staff in developing and implementing effective communication programs within the school setting. Responsibilities include assessing language skills, guiding teachers, collaborating with families, and delivering therapy to minimize communication disorder impacts.

The role reports to the Building Principal and the Director of Student Specialized Services, with salary details for the 2026-2027 school year