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School Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - K-5

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Cross Country Education

Bellwood, IL (In Person)

$129,376 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 2 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/7/2026

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Job Description

Ready to step into the perfect balance of impactful work and a manageable workload? Cross Country Education is looking for a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in supporting an elementary student community (grades K-5) in Bellwood, IL for the 2026-2027 school year !

Position Overview:

Conduct on-site speech and language therapy sessions for an elementary caseload (grades K-5), addressing diverse needs including articulation, phonology, fluency, and expressive/receptive/pragmatic language. Work directly within a 3rd-grade cross-categorical instructional classroom to deliver small-group or individualized communication support tailored to students with higher needs. Provide daily Tiered interventions and data-tracking for a small group of general education students undergoing the

RTI/MTSS

support process. Manage daily compliance, paperwork, and meeting scheduling for 5-10 speech-only students, serving as their primary point of contact.

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders Valid Illinois Speech-Language Pathology License (IDFPR) Active Illinois Professional Educator License (ISBE PEL) Prior school-based experience is highly preferred, with a proven ability to independently manage elementary-aged caseloads Spanish conversational or professional language skills are a plus! Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education?

Top Compensation:

Earn $53.30-$71.10 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Speech-Language Pathologist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses/incentives.

Generous Benefits:

Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support your long-term financial goals.

Work-Life Balance:

Enjoy the predictability of the school-year calendar, a 35-hour workweek , weekends and holidays off , and paid sick leave . Is It Time for a New Start?

Company Website :

www.crosscountry.com/education 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. Direct-Ed-IND2