Speech Language Pathologist

Socket.dev; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with matching

PTO

Health insurance (dental & vision)

Clinical/educational support

Professional development

Collaborative school-based environment

Job summary

AnthroMed Education is seeking a Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join its school-based team in North Chicago, IL. You will provide direct therapy to K–5 students and help alleviate caseloads for the district’s SLPs, with a Monday–Friday schedule and 8:00 AM–2:45 PM hours.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, IEP teams, and related services, delivering high-quality speech and language services while maintaining accurate documentation and progress monitoring throughout

Qualifications

• Illinois IDFPR SLP license.
• PEL with SLP endorsement.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with elementary-aged students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team.
• Passion for supporting students with diverse communication needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to students in grades K–5.
• Collaborate with teachers, SPED staff, and related service providers.
• Attend IEP meetings and contribute to evaluation processes.
• Monitor and document student progress.
• Develop and implement individualized speech and language goals.
• Alleviate caseload demands for the current SLP team.
• Maintain accurate service documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Experience with elementary students

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Diversity of communication needs

Education

Illinois IDFPR Speech-Language Pathology License

Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with SLP endorsement

Job description

Position Details

• Position: Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

• Grade Levels: K–5th Grade

• Start Date: ASAP

• End Date: May 26, 2027

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–2:45 PM

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

• Setting: Onsite

• Caseload: Special education students across the K–5th grade setting

• Compensation: $60,000–$72,000 annually

About the Role

This SLP position was just opened to provide additional support to the school's existing speech-language team. You will work with special education students in grades K–5 and help alleviate caseloads for the current SLPs.

The district is looking for a collaborative clinician who can jump into a school environment, build strong relationships with students and staff, and provide high-quality speech and language services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to students in grades K–5

• Support students receiving special education services based on their individual needs and IEP goals

• Help alleviate caseload demands for the current SLP team

• Conduct assessments and contribute to evaluation processes as appropriate

• Develop and implement individualized speech and language goals

• Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with teachers, special education staff, and related service providers

• Monitor and document student progress

• Maintain accurate and timely service documentation

• Collaborate with the existing SLP team to ensure consistency of services and continuity of care

• Communicate effectively with families and school staff regarding student progress and needs

Qualifications

• Illinois IDFPR Speech-Language Pathology License

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate SLP endorsement

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Experience working with elementary-aged students is preferred

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary school team

• Passion for supporting students with diverse communication needs

Compensation & Benefits

• $60,000–$72,000 annual salary

• Full-time, consistent school-year schedule

• 37.5 hours per week

• Dedicated support from the AnthroMed clinical support team

• Professional development and clinical support

• Collaborative school-based environment

• 401k with matching, PTO, free health insurance with dental and vision

Why Join AnthroMed Education?

At AnthroMed, we know that having the right support can make all the difference in your school-based career. Our team works alongside you throughout your placement to ensure you feel supported, connected, and confident in your role.

You'll have the opportunity to join a school team that is actively expanding its SLP support, work alongside experienced clinicians, and make a direct impact on students while maintaining a consistent school-year schedule.

If you're an SLP looking for a new opportunity where you can make an immediate impact and become an important part of an elementary school team, we'd love to hear from you!