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Speech-Language Pathologist (Comprehensive Needs and Early Childhood Programs)Joseph Sears School • Kenilworth, IL, United States
Speech-Language Pathologist (Comprehensive Needs and Early Childhood Programs)

Speech-Language Pathologist (Comprehensive Needs and Early Childhood Programs)

Joseph Sears School • Kenilworth, IL, United States
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Position Type :

Student Support Services / Speech and Language Pathologist

Date Posted : 10 / 1 / 2025

Location :

The Joseph Sears School

Date Available :

2026-2027 School Year Job Responsibilities

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides evaluation, intervention, and consultation services to support students with comprehensive needs (JK-8), students in the district's early childhood programs, and additional speech and language roles as needed. In addition to direct speech and language services, the SLP will serve as a co-teacher and co-leader within the comprehensive support classroom, collaborating with staff to design, implement, and monitor programming that promotes communication, inclusion, and student growth. This role requires a balance of clinical expertise, instructional leadership, and collaboration with staff, families, and community partners.

Essential Job Functions

Instruction & Intervention

  • Provide direct and consultative speech and language services aligned to each student's IEP.
  • Design and implement communication systems, including augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and other assistive technologies.
  • Support staff in embedding communication goals and strategies across the school day.
  • Collaborate in the development of functional communication, social interaction, and daily living skills.

Assessment & IEP

  • Conduct evaluations to determine speech and language needs.
  • Develop, maintain, and update IEPs in compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Collect and analyze progress-monitoring data; adjust interventions accordingly.

    • Collaboration & Leadership

  • Serve as co-teacher / co-leader within the comprehensive support classroom team.
  • Help oversee and train instructional assistants in communication supports and classroom strategies.
  • Partner with general-education teachers to foster inclusive practices and specially designed instruction.
  • Facilitate problem-solving and professional development related to communication and inclusion.
  • Serve as LEA on an as needed basis at IEP meetings.

    • Early Childhood Support

  • Provide speech and language therapy and consultation in early childhood settings.
  • Collaborate with early childhood staff to design play-based interventions, early communication supports, and inclusive opportunities.
  • Partner with families to support early identification and intervention for speech and language needs.
  • Serve as a team member on the Early Childhood Evaluation Team.

    • Family & Stakeholder Communication

  • Maintain regular communication with parents / guardians, ensuring families understand and can support communication strategies at home.
  • Collaborate with administrators, staff, and outside providers to ensure coordinated services.

    • Other Duties

  • Perform additional duties relevant to the scope of the position as assigned by administration.

    • Qualifications

  • Illinois PEL Licensure with Speech-Language Pathology Endorsement (or eligibility).
  • Strong knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and evidence-based practices in speech and language intervention.
  • Experience supporting students with significant disabilities and / or early childhood populations preferred.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, supervise and train support staff, and engage families.

    • Salary / Benefits

    Commensurate with the current agreement between the District and the Kenilworth Educators Association.

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