School Speech Language Pathologist - Lockport, IL

Soliant; Lockport (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental stipends

Job summary

Soliant is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a contract role near Lockport, IL. You will work directly with students in K-8 settings within special education cooperative programs, delivering targeted therapy a minimum of three days per week.

The ideal candidate holds CCC-SLP, current licensure in Illinois, and school-based experience with K-8. You will collaborate with teachers and families and tailor interventions for diverse communication needs using AAC and assistive technology.

Qualifications

• Current SLP licensure with CCC-SLP required.
• Experience in school settings, especially with K-8 students.
• Familiarity with CD (Communicative Disorders) and CAD (Communication/Assistive Device) classrooms preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to tailor therapy for students with complex communication needs.
• Strong collaboration skills to work alongside educators and special education staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct speech and language therapy services to K-8 students in special education cooperative classrooms.
• Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized speech-language programs targeting significant language-related deficits.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to facilitate student progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to IEP meetings.
• Adapt materials and approaches to meet diverse communication needs, including use of AAC and assistive technology.

Skills

CCC-SLP

K-8 classroom experience

Collaboration with educators

AAC familiarity

Education

IL SLP licensure

Tools

AAC devices

Assistive technology

Job description

Step into a contract opportunity near Lockport, IL, where your expertise as a Speech-Language Pathologist can make a lasting impact. Work directly with students in K-8 settings, focusing on special education cooperative programs. This position requires a commitment of at least three days per week, providing essential services within both CD and CAD classrooms. You'll interact with students who have low incidence conditions and significant language-related deficits, supporting their growth and communication skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Current SLP licensure with Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required
• Experience working in school settings, especially with K-8 students
• Familiarity with CD (Communicative Disorders) and CAD (Communication/Assistive Device) classrooms preferredDemonstrated ability to tailor therapy for students with complex communication needs
• Strong collaboration skills to work alongside educators and special education staff

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct speech and language therapy services to K-8 students in special education cooperative classrooms
• Evaluate, plan, and implement individualized speech-language programs targeting significant language-related deficits
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, and families to facilitate student progress
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to IEP meetings
• Adapt materials and approaches to meet diverse communication needs, including use of AAC and assistive technology

This position offers a meaningful chance to enhance students' communication abilities and overall success in the classroom. Make the difference students deserve while developing professionally in a supportive school environment.

Compensation for this position ranges from $41.40 to $61.40. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.