Speech Language Pathologist- Pediatric

Easterseals Joliet Region; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

New grads starting salary - $68,000

Job summary

Easterseals Joliet Region is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist to join our Autism Clinic and Early Intervention team in Joliet, IL. You will evaluate children, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with families to support communication milestones.

We offer a mission-driven environment, mentoring, and paid professional development. The role offers flexibility to work two days per week with potential to expand, full licensure support, and tuition reimbursement to

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Illinois SLP License is required.
• Early Intervention Credential is required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Experience with children and families in early development is valued.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech/language evaluations using standardized tools.
• Develop individualized treatment plans that support each child’s unique goals.
• Partner with families and caregivers, offering strategies to encourage communication and progress.
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver holistic, child-centered care.

Skills

Empathy

Family communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Illinois SLP License

Early Intervention Credential

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day — Join Our Pediatric SLP Autism Diagnosis Team!

Do you have a heart for helping children find their voice and a passion for early childhood development? Easterseals Joliet Region is looking for a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our dynamic Autism Clinic and Early Intervention team.

We’re on a mission to help children thrive—and we need someone just like you to help make that happen!

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Supportive, mission-driven environment — We’re passionate about making a difference, together.
• Team-based approach — Ongoing mentoring and collaboration with an incredible group of professionals.
• Paid professional development — We invest in you so you can keep growing.
• Flexibility — Work just two days per week with the opportunity to expand.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct comprehensive speech/language evaluations using standardized tools
• Develop individualized treatment plans that support each child’s unique goals
• Partner with families and caregivers, offering strategies to encourage communication and progress
• Collaborate across disciplines to deliver holistic, child-centered care

Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Illinois SLP License
• Early Intervention Credential
• Valid Driver’s License
• A genuine love for working with children and supporting families through early development milestones

What We Offer:

• Paid holidays (even as a part-timer!)
• Earn personal time every pay period.
• Tuition reimbursement to support your continued learning
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) — because your well-being matters too
• New Grads starting Salary - $68,000 (plus for each year of experience)

Let’s Get to Work!

If you’re ready to use your skills to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we’re ready for you.