Job Description

The job of Speech/Language Pathologist's role is to be a resource to students and school staff members in the development and implementation of programs that can promote effective communication skills in the school setting. Targeted areas are: receptive, expressive, pragmatic language, articulation voice and fluency. This job reports to the Building Principal and to the Director of Student Specialized Services.

This position is for the 2026-2027 school year.

The Speech/Language Pathologist will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

• Assesses students' communication skills (e.g. receptive, expressive, pragmatic language, articulation voice, fluency, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment.
• Assists and guides teachers for the purpose of observing, describing, and referring suspected students who may demonstrate a speech and/or language deficit.
• Collaborates with a variety of groups and/or individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians,
• administration, educational team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing with regard to the student's communication needs.
• Coordinates meetings and processes for eligible students (e.g. testing/screening, IEPs, parent conferences, pre-referral staffing, etc.) for the purpose of presenting evaluation results, developing treatment plans, and/or providing training to parents/students/staff.
• Develops treatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of communication disorders in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements.
• Instructs assigned support staff for the purpose of providing information on communicative disorders, use of assistive devices and feeding techniques and/or implementing prescribed treatment plans.
• Instructs eligible students in the use of appropriate communication technologies (e.g. hearing aids, FM systems, augmentative communication devices, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing the adverse educational impact of communication disorders in accordance with established guidelines and legal requirements.
• Interprets medical reports within the scope of Speech/Language Pathologist's experience and goals for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintains files and/or records (e.g. progress reports, treatment plans, required documentation, screening results, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEP meetings, team meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of integrating one's talents into the larger school community.
• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. correspondence, memos, treatment plans, reports, required documentation, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Provides speech and language therapy to students for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of speech and language disorders on student's school success.
• Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' needs.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. parents, teachers, staff, students, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or referral as appropriate.
• Transports supplies and equipment to a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.
• Working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Speech/Language Pathologist must possess the following qualifications:

Education Required:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university

Certificates and Licenses:

• Illinois State License IDFPR

Experience Required:

• Job related experience within a specialized field.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Compensation and Benefits (2026-2027 school year)
Minimum starting salary with Bachelors degree:
$56,920 (includes District paid TRS pension) - pro-rated to start date

Minimum starting salary with Masters degree:
$62,042 (includes District paid TRS pension) - pro-rated to start date
Benefits include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance and Long-term Disability
• Teachers Retirement System (TRS) Pension plan
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• Tax Deferred Annuities
• 12 Sick Days
• 2 Personal Days
• Employee Assistance Program

Application Procedure:
Apply online at www.district65.net

Selection Procedure:
Qualified candidates will be notified to schedule an interview