School Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) | Kankakee, Illinois

Job Description

Job Description

Discover a rewarding opportunity to support the communication growth of students as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) working on a contract basis. In this position, you’ll have the chance to make a direct impact in the lives of approximately 20 students, providing individualized and small group therapy sessions in a dynamic school setting. With a three-day-per-week schedule, you’ll enjoy a balanced workweek that allows you to focus on quality care for students while maintaining flexibility in your professional life.

Desired Qualifications & Skills:

• Active SLPA license in Illinois
• Previous experience in a school setting preferred
• Solid understanding of speech and language therapy techniques for school-aged children
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with supervising speech-language pathologists, teachers, and families
• Excellent communication, organization, and documentation abilities
• Compassion, patience, and adaptability when working with diverse student populations

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct therapy services under the supervision of a licensed SLP, tailoring approaches to meet individual student needs
• Support students’ communication skills through both individual and group interventions
• Assist with developing and implementing treatment plans and therapy activities
• Accurately document session notes, monitor student progress, and contribute to IEP goals
• Collaborate with educational staff and parents to help students generalize new skills across settings
• Maintain compliance with all legal and ethical school-based therapy practices

Why this contract role stands out:

• Flexible three-days-per-week schedule
• The opportunity to focus on building strong relationships with a manageable caseload
• Professional growth through collaboration with experienced educational teams
• Make a meaningful difference in students’ school experiences

If you’re passionate about enhancing students’ communication abilities and seeking a role that values your expertise, apply now to take the next step in your SLPA career. Your dedication could be the key to another child's success!

Compensation for this position ranges from $28.34 to $48.34. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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