Local Contract Speech Language Pathologist - $49-55 per hour

Cross Country Education; Midlothian (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) match

30-hour workweek

Job summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract Speech Language Pathologist to support high school students in Midlothian, Illinois for the 2026-2027 school year.

You will provide speech-language therapy services, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with educators, families, and school teams.

The position offers competitive hourly pay, generous benefits, and a 30-hour school-based schedule with paid sick leave.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Valid Illinois PEL with SLP endorsement.
• Experience in high school or school-based setting preferred.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language therapy services to high school students based on individual needs and educational goals.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor student progress to support communication and academic success.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and school teams to implement effective speech-language interventions and support student needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with applicable special education and school-based service requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Job Title & Summary

Cross Country Education is seeking a local contract Speech Language Pathologist for a local contract job in Midlothian, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 41 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Help students find their voice and reach their full potential! Cross Country Education is looking for a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to support high school students in developing stronger communication skills and confidently engaging in their school community throughout the 2026-2027 school year in Midlothian, IL.

Position Overview

• Provide speech-language therapy services to high school students based on individual needs and educational goals.
• Conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and monitor student progress to support communication and academic success.
• Collaborate with educators, families, and school teams to implement effective speech-language interventions and support student needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with applicable special education and school-based service requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement
• Experience providing speech-language services in a high school or school-based setting preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills and the ability to manage services across multiple school sites

Why Join Cross Country Education?

• Competitive Pay: Earn $49.20 - $55.30 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Speech-Language Pathologist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a school-based schedule of 30 hours per week, plus paid sick leave.

Ready to make a difference? Learn more about Cross Country Education: www.crosscountry.com/education

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2

About Cross Country Education

Cross Country Education is educator-led, student-driven and solutions-oriented. With over 50 years of combined dedicated expertise, we service the education industry exclusively. Focusing our knowledge and resources on engaging with and understanding educational organizations, industry trends, and leadership needs, we provide a wide range of services to our educational partners to meet their individual needs including special education and substitute services. Each service can individually supplement an educational need or work in synergy with our other offerings to provide a holistic solution.

We guide and nurture our educational providers throughout their careers by partnering with them and providing access to coaching, resources, and development. To us, our role is more than providing jobs. By sharing knowledge, learning and resources with our professionals, we can develop a deep and collective strategy for helping them achieve a fulfilling career.