Speech Language Pathologist
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Lake County, Illinois
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$50 - $55 per hour
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Contract
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On-Site
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Job ID: 82510
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Posted today
Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school in Lake County, IL to hire dedicated Speech Language Pathologist.
The Speech Language Pathologist provides evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of communication disorders to support high school students' academic success and social development. This role ensures students can effectively access curriculum and engage in school activities through improved communication skills.
Position Details:
- Start Date: August 17, 2026
- End Date: October 26, 2026
- Schedule: 7:30am-3:00pm
- Grade Levels: High School
- Location: In Person, 37.5 hours
- School Year: 2026/2027
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations to assess student needs and determine eligibility for services
- Develop and implement individualized education program (IEP) goals and treatment plans aligned with student needs
- Provide direct therapy services in individual and group settings targeting articulation, fluency, voice, and language skills
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to support student progress and generalization of skills
- Maintain accurate documentation, including progress reports, service logs, and compliance records
- Participate in IEP meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, and school-based professional development
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Active or eligible Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist license and appropriate school certification
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
- Experience working with high school students or adolescents in a school or clinical setting
- Knowledge of evaluation tools, therapy techniques, and special education laws and processes
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills with the ability to manage a caseload effectively
- Competitive pay and benefits package.
- Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
- Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
- Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
- Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Why Apply?
If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.
Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!
About Onward Education
Onward Education is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider. We work with K-12 schools to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Inclusive Hiring Practices
We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at info@onwardedu.com.
Employment Eligibility
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.
Benefits
We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Education is a drug-free workplace.
Virtual Interview Process
To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Alex.com, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive a text or email invitation from Alex, our virtual interviewer, to learn more about your qualifications.
To learn more about the platform, visit https://www.alex.com/.
Job Seeker Scam Alert
We’ve become aware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating Onward Education representatives to collect personal or financial information from potential job seekers. Please be advised, we will only communicate with our talent through verified email addresses such as @onwardedu and will never reach out through Gmail or any other public domains. You can learn more about potential threats and how to protect yourself by visiting our job seeker scam alert page.
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