Speech-Language Pathologist in Gurnee, IL (23-24 SY)

Position: Speech-Language Pathologist (School)
Location: Gurnee, IL
Employment Type: Full-time (23/24 School Year) 

Job Description: Our School system in Gurnee, Illinois is seeking a dedicated and passionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team of professionals, providing exceptional speech and language services to children ages 3-5 within our school system. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the communication skills and development of young children while working in a supportive and collaborative educational environment.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess children's speech, language, and communication abilities, with a focus on the 3-5 year old age group.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and children's specific needs.
• Provide direct therapy services to children, targeting areas such as articulation, phonology, expressive and receptive language, social communication, and pre-literacy skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other professionals to support children's speech and language development within the classroom and home environments.
• Implement evidence-based strategies and activities to enhance children's communication skills, including play-based interventions.
• Monitor children's progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate records of therapy sessions and child outcomes.
• Participate in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings and contribute to the development and implementation of children's educational plans.
• Stay up-to-date with current research, trends, and best practices in the field of speech-language pathology, specifically related to the 3-5 year old age group.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Valid Illinois state licensure (or eligibility) as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred.
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children, preferably in a school-based or early intervention setting.
• Strong knowledge of assessment tools, therapy techniques, and intervention strategies for speech and language disorders in young children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with children, parents, teachers, and other professionals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information in a professional manner.

 If you are a motivated and passionate SLP looking to make a difference in the lives of our students, we encourage you to apply for this position.

Taylor Resh 
Account Executive| Soliant Health 
470-286-1096| Taylor.Res[email protected]