Speech Language Pathologist (2026-2027)

Joliet Public Schools District 86•Joliet, IL

21h

About The Position

Responsible for the identification, evaluation, and selection of children evidencing speech/language/communication impairments. Provides therapeutic services to children and consultation/collaboration to individuals involved in the educational program of students with speech/language/ communication, handicaps.

Requirements

Professional Educator License with Endorsement in Speech and Language Pathologist
Awareness of current trends and practices in the field of speech/language.
Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology as of 7/1/72; BA/BS in Speech Pathology before 7/1/72
License to practice as a speech/language pathologist in the State of Illinois.
Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback.
Ability to compose correspondence, reports, and/or other required written materials.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
Displays courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
Ability to perform basic math using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals consistent with the duties of this position.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and information furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to identify and define the problem(s), collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
Promotes a harassment-free environment.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork.
Ability to learn and utilize office equipment, computers, and software especially as systems are updated.
Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
Extensive knowledge of and ability to perform duties in compliance with all district, Board, state and federal laws, methods, requirements, policies, procedures, and activities pertinent to the duties of this position.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate files and records.
Ability to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

To complete a screening program for all Kindergarten students in January of each school year, and all children newly enrolled in assigned buildings during the school year.
To identify children having communication impairments and declare them eligible for speech/language services.
To schedule children for therapy following consultation with classroom teachers.
To enroll children in the therapy programs in accordance with rules/regulations governing special education.
To make changes in enrollment and schedule as necessary.
To initiate and maintain ongoing communication with teachers and parents.
To interact with other agencies as appropriate.
To perform speech and language evaluations for all children referred by teachers, parents and/or through the Case Action Team.
To complete MDC reports for all students evaluated in the areas of speech/language/communication.
To complete IEP reports and objectives for all students determined eligible for speech /language services.
To submit/maintain written reports in the Speech and Language files in the school (s) assigned.
To be an active participant in the Case Action Team by attending scheduled meetings, performing the assigned diagnostics, and attending a child's staffing at the schools assigned, when indicated.
To be an active participant in in-service training sessions.
To create and maintain a therapy atmosphere conducive to speech and language development as it relates to academic and daily living success.
To guarantee that all children have an equal opportunity to speech and language services.
To implement programs designed to achieve the educational objectives of the Speech and Language Pathology Department, the Special Services Division and the district.
Keep accurate records for each child.
Attend meetings called by the Director of Special Services and Coordinator.
Other duties as assigned.