School Speech Language Pathologist - Peoria, IL

Soliant; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental

Job summary

Soliant in Peoria, IL is seeking a school-based Speech-Language Pathologist for a contract position. You will assess, treat, and support a caseload of about 38 students, with emphasis on AAC users and multimodal communication, collaborating with teachers and families to promote student progress.

Work hours are 35 per week, 8:00 am–3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with an immediate start and a contract through June 28, 2027.

Qualifications

• . Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• . Valid SLP license for the state of Illinois.
• . School-based experience preferred.
• . Proficiency with AAC devices and strategies.
• . Knowledge of multimodal communication approaches.
• . Familiarity with behavioral strategies.
• . Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• . Effective organization and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for students with diverse communication needs.
• Provide direct therapy and implement AAC/multimodal strategies.
• Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to support student progress.
• Maintain compliant documentation of services and progress.
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development.
• Adapt therapy plans as student needs evolve during the contract.

Skills

AAC devices

Multimodal communication

Behavioral strategies

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Soliant IL license/State licensure

Job description

Step into a rewarding contract position making a lasting difference for students through your expertise in speech-language pathology. This opportunity, conveniently located near Peoria, IL, is perfect for professionals dedicated to supporting diverse learners in a school-based setting. You'll collaborate within a supportive educational team and work directly with a caseload of 38 students, mainly focused on AAC users, those with multimodal needs, and some with behavioral considerations.

Key Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Valid SLP license for the state of Illinois
• Prior school-based experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency with AAC devices and strategies
• Knowledge of multimodal communication approaches
• Familiarity with behavioral strategies
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Effective organization and time management abilities

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct therapy to students with a range of communication needs
• Implement AAC and multimodal intervention strategies to enhance student communication
• Work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and families to support student progress
• Maintain clear and compliant documentation of services and student progress
• Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to goal development
• Adapt therapy plans as student needs evolve over the contract duration

Position Details

• Contract position lasting until June 28, 2027
• 35 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–3:30pm
• Immediate start available

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.