Speech Language Pathologist

Young World Physical Education; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for additional compensation

Collective bargaining support

Job summary

A public school district in Illinois is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide direct therapy and conduct evaluations for students with speech/language needs. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology, experience in school settings, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include developing therapy schedules, participating in IEPs, and maintaining accurate records. This role offers opportunities for additional compensation and is part of the collective bargaining unit.

Qualifications

• Two years of school-based experience is preferred.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred.
• CCC certification preferred.
• Licensed by ISBE and IDFPR as a Speech Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language therapy to students.
• Conduct screenings and evaluations for students.
• Participate in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) development.
• Participate in IEP development as multidisciplinary team member.
• Provide progress reports to parents/teachers.

Skills

Spanish Bilingual

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Creative

Problem solving

Problem solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Tools

Licensure, ISBE

IDFPR – SLP

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist

Urbana School District #116 USD #116 - Urbana, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Urbana School District #116

Job Details

Job ID: 5237851

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 03, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Urbana School District #116

TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist

LOCATION: Urbana School District #116, District-wide

SUPERVISOR: Executive Director of Student Services, Building Administrators

JOB SUMMARY: The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct speech and language therapy to students and/or consultation with IEP team members. The SLP works with those children who exhibit deviations in the speech and/or language processes that are outside of the range of the acceptable variation within a given environment and which have an adverse educational effect.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Conduct a screening program in the fall of each year for students in kindergarten, new students to the district (as needed), children seen in therapy from the previous school year, and referrals
• Provide further evaluation and diagnosis for those children identified in the screening process as needing further attention
• Develop a schedule for speech and language therapy to serve children who have problems in the following areas: Articulation, Voice, Fluency, Expressive and Receptive Language (form, content, and use), Syntax, Hearing, and Pragmatics
• Participate in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) as a multidisciplinary team member
• Provide progress reports on a regular basis to the child’s parents/guardian and classroom teachers
• Consult with educators, parents/guardians, and support staff regarding speech/language concerns
• Provide in-service training when requested concerning material, methods, and techniques used to help the students with speech/language needs
• Maintain an accurate system of records as they relate to the speech/language services
• Provide case management services for students with primary speech/language disabilities
• Assist in the requisition of appropriate materials to be used with students with identified speech/language needs
• Make appropriate referrals to community agencies, as necessary
• Participate in the Medicaid reimbursement program by submitting data to the system in a timely manner
• All other duties as assigned by administration

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

EXPERIENCE

• Two years of school-based experience is preferred
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Spanish Bilingual Preferred
• Highly organized
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Creative
• Excellent problem solver

LICENSES/CREDENTIAL: Licensed by the ISBE and IDFPR as a Speech Language Pathologist

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Salary and Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage. There are many opportunities for employees to earn additional compensation (stipends, differentials, extra duty pay, etc.) during the regular school year and in the summer.
• This is a position within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative position.
• This is an exempt position.
• Student Contact Days and other days stipulated on the work calendar in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

EVALUATION: To be completed by the Building Principal or Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

START DATE: As soon as possible and for School Year 2026-2027

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REVISED: March2025

Position Type: 1.0 FTE

Job Categories: Special Education > Speech/Language Pathologist

Contact Information

• Beth Ladd, Executive Director of Student Services
• Central Office
• Email: [e-mail]