Speech-Language Pathologist (Full-Time – Middle School/Transition Age)
Location: Chicago Heights, IL
Grade Levels: Middle School–Transition Age
School Year: August 17, 2026 – June 1, 2027
Schedule: Full-Time | 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Setting: Onsite
Salary: $60,000–$70,000 annually
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a dedicated full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to support middle school through transition-age students with more significant support needs. This is a great opportunity for an SLP who is passionate about functional communication, student independence, and working with a diverse special education population.
Position Overview
The SLP will provide comprehensive speech and language services to students with complex communication needs. AAC experience is a major plus, as the role will focus heavily on helping students develop functional communication skills that they can use throughout the school day and in their everyday lives.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct speech and language therapy to middle school and transition-age students.
- Assess and address receptive, expressive, social, and functional communication needs.
- Evaluate, implement, and support AAC systems and communication strategies.
- Develop and monitor individualized IEP goals.
- Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to student progress monitoring.
- Collaborate with teachers, paraprofessionals, families, and related service providers.
- Incorporate functional communication strategies into classroom and daily routines.
- Maintain accurate documentation and service records.
Caseload & Student Population
- Approximately 52 students.
- Middle school through transition-age students.
- Students have more significant support needs and may have complex communication profiles.
- Strong emphasis on functional communication and independence.
- AAC experience is highly valued.
Qualifications
- Active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with SLP endorsement.
- Active Illinois IDFPR Speech-Language Pathologist License.
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Experience with AAC, complex communication needs, or transition-age students preferred.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Meaningful opportunity to support students with significant needs.
- Strong focus on functional communication and independence.
- Opportunity to utilize AAC skills in a specialized school setting.
- Consistent full-time school schedule.
- Competitive salary of $60,000–$70,000 annually.
- Collaborative environment focused on helping students build skills for greater independence beyond the classroom.
