Jobs in Clinton, IL

About the role

Speech-Language Pathologists provide a comprehensive set of services on behalf of students who have, are suspected of having, or may develop speech-language impairments in member districts. Speech-Language Pathologists collaborate with other educators in member districts to work closely with students with and without disabilities on a regular basis, assessing, diagnosing, treating, and helping to prevent disorders related to speech, language, cognitive communication, voice, and fluency. DUTIES   • Identify and evaluate students with speech and language impairments. • Provide a comprehensive set of speech and language services on behalf of students who have, are suspected of having, or may develop speech language impairments. • Obtain additional diagnostic information from appropriate person(s) and available records for speech/language services. • Participate in the determination of eligibility for special education or related services in the area of speech and language impairment. • Participate in parent-teacher conferences. • Prepare in advance and participate in all relevant evaluation planning (i.e., domain) and IEP meetings. • Develop and implement IEPs for all students eligible for special education or related services in the area of speech and language impairment in collaboration with other personnel. • Provide direct instruction that enables the student to progress toward goals and objectives on the IEP. • Complete required documentation and reports for districts and Tri-County Special Education Association, using Tri-County’s electronic database, EmbraceIEP. • Monitor and report on the progress of students on the therapist's class list. • Provide in-service programs to parents, teachers, students, administrators, and other professionals, as needed. • Participate on child-focused problem-solving teams. • Provide preventative information and consultation services to parents and teachers. • Provide supervision for a school internship or Clinical Fellowship year, upon request. • Complete a progress report for each student, following the schedule indicated on the IEP. • Co-teach lessons with other school personnel to deliver services in the Least Restrictive Environment and to support generalization of skills. • Complete all necessary paperwork at Tri-County Special Education or district request, including but not limited to, forms pertaining class enrollment and schedules. • Develop and produce a variety of visual supports in order to meet student needs. • Facilitate curriculum and instructional modifications. • Participate in continuing professional education (professional workshops; Tri-County sponsored professional development). • Conduct an annual review for each speech/language student. • Consult with appropriate agencies involved with a student, as needed (HILIA, ENT, IATP) • Program and maintain augmentative communication devices. • Order appropriate speech/language materials and tests. • Participate in district workshops and meetings as district policy indicates. • Review and follow the Policies and Procedures of Tri-County Special Education Association and assigned districts. • Report incidents of suspected fraud or concerns about grossly inappropriate behavior to the Executive Director, District Superintendent or SLP Supervisor. • Perform other duties as directed by the administration from each assigned district and the Executive Committee or Association Council. QUALIFICATIONS   • Hold an IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Support Personnel Endorsement in Speech-Language Pathologist. • A Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by ASHA preferred. • Must have valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle to drive between service provision locations in various member districts. • Maintain a license by Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. • Communicate effectively with staff, parents and students. • Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others. • Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. • Ability to push and pull up to 10 lbs.

What you'll bring

• Hold an IL Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Support Personnel Endorsement in Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Must have valid driver’s license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle to drive between service provision locations in various member districts.
• Maintain a license by Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents and students.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to push and pull up to 10 lbs.
• A Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by ASHA preferred.