School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist — On-Site

Onward Education; Illinois; On-site; USD 93,676 - 101,942; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Dedicated recruiting support

Streamlined hiring process

Job summary

Onward Education is hiring an on-site Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2026-2027 school year in Cook County, IL. This role involves providing therapy services, assessing communication disorders, and collaborating with teachers and families to develop IEPs. Competitive pay is offered, with a focus on helping students succeed academically and socially. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and the Illinois PEL with SLP endorsement, along with preferred experience in school or pediatric settings.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with SLP endorsement is essential.
• Prior school-based and/or pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted speech and language therapy services to students.
• Assess, diagnose, and treat communication disorders.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to develop IEPs.
• Conduct evaluations and monitor progress.
• Maintain documentation of services and student progress.
• Participate in IEP meetings and consultations.

Skills

Speech and language therapy

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Assessment and diagnosis of communication disorders

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with SLP endorsement

Job description

Onward Education is hiring an on-site Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for the 2026-2027 school year in Cook County, IL. This role involves providing therapy services, assessing communication disorders, and collaborating with teachers and families to develop IEPs. Competitive pay is offered, with a focus on helping students succeed academically and socially. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and the Illinois PEL with SLP endorsement, along with preferred experience in school or pediatric settings.