Speech Language Pathologist

Yankee Ridge Multilingual School; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yankee Ridge Multilingual School in Urbana, Illinois seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to deliver direct therapy and consult with IEP teams. The SLP will address articulation, language use, and related areas, collaborating with teachers and families.

The position requires a Master’s in Speech/Language Pathology, ISBE/IDFPR licensure, and CCC preferred; bilingual Spanish or French proficiency is a plus. This is a school-based, exempt role within the district.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• Two years of school-based experience preferred.
• CCC certification preferred.
• Spanish or French language proficiency preferred.
• Licensed by the ISBE and IDFPR as a Speech Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a screening program for students in kindergarten and new entrants.
• Provide evaluation and diagnosis for children identified in screening.
• Develop therapy schedules for articulation, voice, fluency, language, syntax, hearing, and pragmatics.
• Participate in IEP development as a multidisciplinary team member.
• Provide progress reports to parents and teachers.
• Consult with educators, parents/guardians, and support staff on speech/language concerns.
• Provide in-service training on speech/language material and methods.
• Maintain records related to speech/language services and Medicaid data submission.
• Assist in procuring materials for students with speech/language needs.
• All other duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Multilingual Spanish/French

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Superintendent for Special Services

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: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily:

• 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
• Spanish or French language proficiency Prefered
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish or French

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 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: 8/12/2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REVISED: March2025

Speech Language Pathologist

Urbana School District #116 Yankee Ridge Multilingual School - Urbana, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Urbana School District #116

Job Details

Job ID: 5762396
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jun 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Urbana School District #116

TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist

LOCATION: Urbana School District #116, District-wide

SUPERVISOR: Assistant Superintendent for Special Services

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: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily:

• 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
• Spanish or French language proficiency Prefered
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish or French

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 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: 8/12/2026

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]

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