Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language PathologistUrbana School District #116, District-wideThe Speech Language Pathologist provides direct speech and language therapy to students and/or consultation with IEP team members. The SLP works with those children who exhibit deviations in the speech and/or language processes that are outside of the range of the acceptable variation within a given environment and which have an adverse educational effect.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily:Conduct a screening program in the fall of each year for students in kindergarten, new students to the district (as needed), children seen in therapy from the previous school year, and referralsProvide further evaluation and diagnosis for those children identified in the screening process as needing further attentionDevelop a schedule for speech and language therapy to serve children who have problems in the following areas: Articulation, Voice, Fluency, Expressive and Receptive Language (form, content, and use), Syntax, Hearing, and PragmaticsParticipate in the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) as a multidisciplinary team memberProvide progress reports on a regular basis to the child's parents/guardian and classroom teachersConsult with educators, parents/guardians, and support staff regarding speech/language concernsProvide in-service training when requested concerning material, methods, and techniques used to help the students with speech/language needsMaintain an accurate system of records as they relate to the speech/language servicesProvide case management services for students with primary speech/language disabilitiesAssist in the requisition of appropriate materials to be used with students with identified speech/language needsMake appropriate referrals to community agencies, as necessaryParticipate in the Medicaid reimbursement program by submitting data to the system in a timely mannerAll other duties as assigned by administrationEducation:Master's Degree in Speech/Language PathologyExperience:Two years of school-based experience is preferredCertificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferredOther Skills and Abilities:Spanish Bilingual PreferredHighly organizedExcellent communication and collaboration skillsCreativeExcellent problem solverLicenses/Credential: Licensed by the ISBE and IDFPR as a Speech Language PathologistTerms of Employment:Salary and Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage. There are many opportunities for employees to earn additional compensation (stipends, differentials, extra duty pay, etc.) during the regular school year and in the summer.This is a position within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative position.This is an exempt position.Student Contact Days and other days stipulated on the work calendar in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.Evaluation: To be completed by the Building Principal or Assistant Superintendent for Student ServicesStart Date: As soon as possible and for School Year 2026-2027An Equal Opportunity EmployerRevised: March 2025