Maternity Leave School Speech Language Pathologist

BMS Pediatric Therapy Group•Chicago, IL

4d•$50 - $70•Onsite

About The Position

BMS Pediatric Therapy Group, P.C., a therapist-owned private practice providing speech and developmental therapy to children ages 6 months through 18 years, is hiring Speech Language Pathologists for the 2026–2027 school year in Chicago’s southland area, including the south suburbs. Positions are available in early childhood, elementary, and high school settings. This maternity-leave position runs from January 14, 2027, to May 1, 2027. The Speech Language Pathologist provides direct and indirect services in accordance with students’ IEPs, evaluates students, develops goals, participates in educational team meetings, and collaborates with families and school staff. Services include prevention, assessment, intervention, and program design integrated into the school curriculum. The role is onsite, with school hours typically from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., varying by district. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with W-2 employee and 1099 independent-contractor arrangements. The hourly rate is $50–$70, based on licensure, school experience, and employment structure.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited university.
Active Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech Language Pathologist endorsement.
Strong knowledge of IDEA, IEP compliance, and special education procedures.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of Clinical Competence.
School-based experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect speech and language services in alignment with students’ IEPs.
Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations and complete written reports within mandated timelines.
Develop measurable annual goals and benchmarks aligned with students’ present levels of academic and functional performance.
Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility conferences, and multidisciplinary team discussions.
Support students with speech-language-related needs in meeting academic performance standards through prevention, assessment, intervention, and program design integrated with the school curriculum.
Maintain accurate session notes, service logs, progress reports, and Medicaid documentation as required by district protocols.
Collaborate with teachers, related service providers, families, and other relevant stakeholders to support student access to the curriculum and communication growth.
Provide classroom-based, small-group, and individual intervention according to student needs.
Use strong communication and interpersonal skills and sound professional judgment in interactions with administrators, colleagues, families, and students.