Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, active SLP license and 1+ year of Speech-Language Pathology experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A dynamic opportunity is available for a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to support K-12 students within a Special Education cooperative serving multiple school districts in the Aurora, IL area. This contract position offers the chance to work in an engaging educational environment focused on students with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities.
Responsibilities include providing direct speech-language therapy services to students within self-contained classrooms across various schools. Caseloads typically consist of 3 to 4 classrooms in Structured Learning Environment (SLE) programs, with approximately 6-8 students per class. The role demands full-time commitment, averaging 35 to 37.5 hours per week, and requires strong collaboration with educational teams to support individualized student needs.
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Speech Endorsement and an active Speech-Language Pathology license
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred but not required; candidates in Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) or Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) will be considered
- Experience working with school-aged children, particularly in special education settings, is highly desirable
- Ability to deliver effective therapy within self-contained classrooms focused on Autism and Intellectual Disabilities
- Commitment to on-site presence; remote work is not available for this position
Locations Served:
- Multiple schools including Willowbrook High School (Villa Park, IL), Addison Trail High School (Addison, IL), Maercker Intermediate School (Westmont, IL), and PrairieView Elementary School (Downers Grove, IL)
This contract extends through the current school year, with an anticipated end date around May 28th, 2025, subject to assignment location.
If you are passionate about making a difference in special education and meet the qualifications outlined above, please apply to be considered for this rewarding position. Your expertise can help foster communication skills and academic growth for students requiring specialized support.
Compensation for this position ranges from $30.25 to $66.40. 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.
