Speech Language Pathologist (Immediate Opening & 2026-2027 School Year)

Elgin Math and Science Academy • Elgin, IL

20h

About The Position

he Elgin Math and Science Academy Charter School (EMSA, www.elginmathandscience.org ) opened in August of 2018 to all students residing in the U-46 attendance area. EMSA is seeking a compelling, committed, and innovative Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) that will help to establish a positive learning environment that promotes Wow & Wonder in the classroom while modeling and encouraging the habits of scholarship for students self-discipline. An EMSA SLP will deliver speech/language services as mandated on a student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) in accordance with the Illinois State Board of Education requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Masters degree from an accredited college/university.
• Current Illinois State Teaching Certificate on file in the Central Office.
• Current Illinois Speech Pathologist License on file in the Central Office.
• Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the Central Office.
• Desire to continue career improvement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for screening, assessing, and identifying students with communication disorders that adversely affect their educational progress.
• Develops and provides direct and indirect services within the student’s educational setting according to the goals and objectives of the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Collaborates with other classroom teachers and related service providers in the development and implementation of best practices, thus ensuring that student’s needs are met in all school settings.
• Participates as a team member with responsibility for the identification, eligibility, and placement of speech and language students.
• Maintains current files and data for program planning and decision making for students, including procedural documentation.
• Maintains confidential records of the speech-language program and prepares reports as required.
• Develops appropriate IEP goals based on students’ strengths and needs.
• Selects and implements evidence-based practices which support the goals and objectives of the speech and language program.
• Maintains orderly classroom behavior on an individual or group basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time