Speech Language Pathologist | Hope Learning Academy

Hope; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote Work

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Paid vacation days

Paid personal days

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short & long term disability

401(k) Profit Share and Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Hope Learning Academy in Springfield, IL, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to plan and deliver speech/language therapy across multiple Hope programs. You will participate in IEP teams, develop and implement goals, and promote functional communication across daily activities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and staff, supporting AAC use, and providing consistent therapeutic services in educational and residential settings. Remote work is offered as a benefit.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or CFY eligibility.
• Illinois State License for Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Illinois Professional Educator’s License with SLP endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver speech/language therapy to a caseload of students as per IEPs.
• Collaborate with IEP teams and school staff to integrate communication goals.
• Develop and implement IEP goals and present levels.
• Utilize AAC devices and train staff in their use.

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

ASHA CCC or CFY

Illinois SLP License

IL Professional Educator’s License with SLP endorsement

Job description

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Speech Language Pathologist | Hope Learning Academy

Reg Full Time Professional Springfield, IL, US

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $85,000.00 Hourly

Springfield, IL

Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000 annually based on experience

COMPANY SUMMARY

Hope is a clinical, educational, and therapeutic provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. We exist to help children and their families reach their maximum potential by providing state-of-the-art applied behavioral analysis therapies and access to recreation, vocational training, and individualized education programming. Our mission is to provide the best services in the most inclusive environments to encourage persons to fulfill their individual potential through evidence-based treatment, advocacy, and community education. There’s no place like Hope.

JOB SUMMARY

The Speech & Language Pathologist plans and delivers speech/language therapy to a caseload of students between Hope Learning Academy, Hope Therapeutic Day Academy, and Hope Vocational Academy in Springfield, IL. This position serves as an active member of students’ Individualized Education Plan (IEP) teams and will be responsible for planning and implementing speech/language IEP goals. As a collaborative member of the SLP team, the SLP assists and encourages teachers and staff members to incorporate and promote functional communication throughout various daily activities; and provides continuous, consistent services among all programs.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Conduct speech/language therapy sessions either in classroom or out of classroom, individually or in a group as outlined in the students’ IEPs. Write and implement IEP present levels and goal recommendations; present information clearly and effectively in IEP meetings.
• Ensure compliance with all IEP service minutes related to speech/language therapy for students on caseload.
• Order, create, and maintain Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices and resources for student use; assist in training teachers and staff on how to properly use AAC devices in the educational and residential settings.
• Design and create visuals and other assistive items and devices for use in the education and/or residential settings.
• Conduct formal and informal speech/language evaluations as determined necessary by the IEP team.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence or applicant in their Clinical Fellowship Year.
• Illinois Speech Language Pathologist State License upon hire.
• Illinois Professional Educator’s License with a Speech Language Pathology endorsement.

WHAT YOU WILL GET

• Remote Work
• Paid holidays, sick days, vacation days, and personal days each year
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short & long term disability.
• 401(k), Profit Share and Match
• Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement.