Impactful School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist

Helping Hand; Countryside (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-driven work

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life/AD&D, disability

EAP and wellness

PTO, holidays, school breaks

PSLF-eligible employer

Job summary

Helping Hand in Countryside, IL seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our school team serving students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. On-site, full-time, 40 hours per week, with a supportive multispecialist environment.

You will conduct evaluations, develop IEP-aligned goals, provide individual and small-group therapy, collaborate with teachers and therapists, participate in meetings, document progress, and contribute to an inclusive, growth-focused program with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current Illinois SLP license required.
• Experience with students with developmental disabilities is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations for students.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable IEP goals.
• Provide individual and small-group therapy using evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers, OTs, PTs, psychologists, and other staff.
• Participate in IEP, eligibility, and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Maintain documentation: progress notes, reports, and timelines.
• Create therapy materials and supports for communication in classrooms.
• Coach and train classroom staff on communication strategies.
• Engage with families to extend learning at home.
• Facilitate social communication groups and life skills activities.
• Stay current with best practices and foster an inclusive environment.

Skills

Passion for children

Strong communication

Organization

Collaboration

Independent work

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Illinois SLP license

Job description

Helping Hand in Countryside, IL seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our school team serving students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. On-site, full-time, 40 hours per week, with a supportive multispecialist environment.

You will conduct evaluations, develop IEP-aligned goals, provide individual and small-group therapy, collaborate with teachers and therapists, participate in meetings, document progress, and contribute to an inclusive, growth-focused program with