Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Elgin, IL

Sunbelt Staffing; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing assistance

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is looking for a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct therapy to middle school students in a district setting. The contract runs through the 2026–2027 school year with a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week and options for part-time arrangements.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and serve students across potentially multiple schools. The role requires Illinois SLP licensure, CCC certification, and fluency in Spanish and English.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois Professional Educator License with SLP endorsement required.
• Current Illinois SLP license required.
• CCC certification in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP-CCC) required.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English required.
• Experience in school settings, ideally middle school, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students individually and in groups.
• Manage a caseload averaging around 45 students as per state workload guidelines.
• Participate in assessment, intervention planning, IEP meetings, and progress monitoring.
• Document services and maintain accurate records; communicate with faculty, families, and caregivers.
• Deliver culturally responsive therapy, supporting bilingual needs of students.
• Potentially serve multiple schools depending on assignment.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Collaborative teamwork

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License with SLP endorsement

Current Illinois SLP license

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP-CCC)

Job description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of middle school students by providing crucial speech and language services in a dynamic educational environment. This contract opportunity places you onsite in a supportive school setting, working closely with a diverse student population for the duration of the academic year, with the flexibility to consider full-time or part-time arrangements.

Key Qualifications:

• Active Illinois Professional Educator License with SLP endorsement
• Current Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist license
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP-CCC)
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English required
• Prior experience in school settings, ideally with a middle school population
• Strong collaboration skills and adaptability between school sites, if assigned itinerant duties
• Effective communicator, able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students individually and in groups
• Manage a caseload averaging around 45 students, in accordance with state and workload model guidelines
• Participate in assessment, intervention planning, IEP meetings, and progress monitoring
• Document services, maintain accurate records, and communicate with faculty, families, and caregivers
• Deliver culturally responsive therapy, particularly supporting the bilingual needs of the student community
• Potentially serve multiple schools, depending on final assignment

This contract role begins September 29, 2026 and concludes June 9, 2027, offering a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week, with part-time considered for qualified candidates. The setting fosters professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on students communication skills and academic success.

Compensation for this position ranges from $40.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.