Speech and Language Pathologist

Position Type:

Student Support Services/Speech and Language Pathologist Date Posted:

3/20/2026

Location:

New Horizon Center Date Available:

08/19/2026

Closing Date:

04/30/2026 Speech-Language Pathologist L ocation: New Horizon Center

CLASSIFICATION

: Full-Time (8:30 a.m. 3:30 p.m)

WORK YEAR

205 School Days The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Summary:

1.

Conduct diagnostic evaluations and screenings:

Provide diagnostic assessments and/or screenings in the areas of: speech and language, articulation, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, hearing, swallowing/oral motor. Write evaluations and reports to share at triennial and annual Individualized Education Program conferences. 2. Develop a program adapted to individual students: Implement therapeutic services as required by Individualized Educational Plan (IEP). Manage a caseload of students with moderate to profound intellectual diagnoses. Organize and develop materials to use to provide therapeutic service. Direct and indirect service/consultations available to staff and families. Report student progress quarterly. 3.

Informal Job Responsibilities:

Participate in new student intakes. Coordinate and complete referrals and evaluations of Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Assistive Technology (AAC/AT) devices with outside districts. Implement and provide education with families and classroom staff on the use of AAC/AT. Manage repairs and updates of AAC/AT devices within NHC, outside school districts, and device companies. Case manage hearing itinerant consultations and observations and on-site visits. Therapy Department meetings, including preparation for annual IEP meetings and triennial conferences. 4. Identify and participate in professional development as necessary to identify research-based practices and professional development: Participate in conferences, workshops, seminars, webinars, and conventions.

Certification and license requirements:

Non-teaching Professional Educator License (PEL), Speech-Language Pathology Certificate of Clinical Competence, and Illinois state license (IDPFR). Maintain membership in either the Illinois Speech and Hearing Association and/or the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Provide in-service training in speech-language, augmentative and alternative communication, and safe feeding/swallowing skills to staff at the start of the school year and ongoing as needed. 5. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

New Horizon Center team members are entrusted with creating a safe and enjoyable environment for students ages 3-22.

Your responsibilities will include:

Lifting and Mobility:

Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, ensuring the safety and comfort of students under your care. Engaging with

Students:

Squatting down to student's eye level to facilitate positive interactions and build connections at that level.

Maintaining Learning Areas:

Bending over to pick up materials and ensuring the spaces are tidy, organized, and conducive to a stimulating and enjoyable experience for the students.

Active Participation:

Keeping up with the energy and enthusiasm of the students, actively engaging in learning, while fostering a joyful atmosphere. Supporting your

Team :

New Horizon Center supports each other in all capacitates and daily duties. You will be a team player in both your classroom and throughout the building Q ualifications: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university. License from the State of Illinois (PEL). Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Working Conditions:

Non-Public Special Education Therapeutic Day School; self-contained classroom