Speech-Language Pathologist | School Year 2026-2027

Berwyn North School District 98 is located in Berwyn, Illinois. The district has three elementary schools and one middle school and serves more than 2,800 students in grades Pre-K through 8th. Our district is committed to mutual respect and cultural diversity. We foster strong partnerships among students, school staff, families, and the community and empower students to solve problems, make decisions and apply technology so they can reach their full personal, academic and civic potential. We offer a Dual Language Program to ensure students are fluent in two languages, a STEAM Program, and 1-to-1 technology to prepare students for the future. Job Title: Speech and Language Pathologist Classification: Classified Accountability: Reports to building level administrators and the Director of Special Education Job Profile: The Speech & Language Pathologist is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services to students in an effort to help them develop their speech and language skills and facilitate their personal, social, and intellectual development. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings, and diagnostic evaluations to determine the need for clinical services Monitor student progress and participate in the comprehensive evaluation and review process Develop and implement IEPs; ensure goals are aligned to state standards; provide therapy, follow-up, and consultation as necessary Provide consultation to parents, teachers, and administrators ensuring all parties are aware of students' needs and familiar with available special services Assist with the development and implementation of curriculum modifications and effective classroom strategies Facilitate a positive, differentiated learning environment that responds to the individual needs of each student Maintain appropriate compliance through daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports Stay abreast of new developments, ideas, and strategies in speech and language pathology; provide staff development as needed; assist with public awareness activities throughout the school, District, and community Qualifications Education/Certification Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited college or university Professional Educator License,Illinois State Board of Education Type 10 or Type 73, or Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) or Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in English Excellent communications and interpersonal skills Strong understanding of speech-related conditions, causes, and treatments Attentive and caring with prior responsibility for developing IEPs Prior experience working with children/adolescents Passion for working with children/adolescents Willingness/Ability to assist with the management of student misbehavior Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to read, write, and speak proficiently in Spanish Knowledge of First Aid Knowledge of peer mediation and conflict resolution techniques and the ability to apply these strategies in the lunchroom or on the playground Other Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations including special education laws Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior; serve as a role model for students and other staff Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job Other duties as assigned Salary Salary Range: FY26 Salary Schedule; Initial salary is determined by priorexperience and education. (The salary schedule for the 2026 - 2027 school year may be updated prior to the start of the school year) Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurancewith 100% employee-only coverage fully paid by the district Employer-provided life insurance policy Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering resources for mental health, financial planning, legal guidance, and more to help you navigate life's challenges Generous leave policy, including personal days off, paid holidays, and sick leave to support your work-life balance and well-being Participation in the Illinois Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) andoptional 403(b) retirement savings plan Tuition Reimbursement program andProfessional Development opportunities to support growth and career advancement Disclaimer This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Berwyn North School District #98