Preschool Speech-Language Pathologist (FMLA)

Cross Country Education•Chicago Ridge, IL

13d•$43 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Cross Country Education is seeking dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists to serve a preschool population in Chicago Ridge, IL. This role involves providing speech-language services for preschool students during scheduled FMLA coverage assignments. Responsibilities include screenings, evaluations, and direct therapy to support early communication development. The Speech-Language Pathologist will manage a preschool caseload, maintain compliant documentation, progress reports, and service minutes. Collaboration with families, classroom teachers, and multidisciplinary teams is essential to integrate communication goals into the daily learning environment. This position supports smooth transitions for students entering or exiting speech-language services during two scheduled FMLA coverage periods: 8/17/26–11/6/26 and 10/12/26–1/8/27.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
Active Illinois Speech-Language Pathology License
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Speech-Language Pathologist (Non-Teaching) endorsement

Nice To Haves

Experience working with preschool-aged students preferred

Responsibilities

Provide speech-language services for preschool students during scheduled FMLA coverage assignments.
Conduct screenings, evaluations, and direct therapy to support early communication development.
Manage a preschool caseload.
Maintain compliant documentation, progress reports, and service minutes.
Partner with families, classroom teachers, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate communication goals into the daily learning environment.
Support smooth transitions for students entering or exiting speech-language services.