Local Contract School Services - Speech Language Pathologist - $50-64 per hour

Cross Country Education is seeking a School Services Speech Language Pathologist for a local contract job in Chicago, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist Discipline: School Services Start Date: 08/03/2026 Duration: 42 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Local Contract Ready to help students find their voice? Cross Country Education is seeking a Speech‑Language Pathologist to support K–8 students in developing essential speech and language abilities throughout the 2026–2027 school year in Chicago, IL . Position Overview Provide speech-language services to students in accordance with IEP and 504 minutes, ensuring delivery of individualized therapy goals. Develop, write, and maintain all speech-related components of IEPs/504 plans, including full IEP development for speech-only students. Participate in IEP and 504 meetings, collaborating with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student communication needs. Contribute to MTSS processes by supporting early identification, intervention planning, and progress monitoring for students with speech and language needs. Qualifications Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Speech‑Language Pathologist endorsement (K-8) Experience providing school-based speech-language services, including IEP development and caseload management Benefits Top Compensation: Earn $43.00 - $55.30 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Speech‑Language Pathologist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives. Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long‑term financial goals. Work-Life Balance: Security of a guaranteed 40‑hour workweek and the peace of mind that comes with paid sick leave. Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr