Speech and Language Pathologist at Woodland School District 50 in Gurnee, IL

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______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Position Title: Speech and Language Pathologist Applicants are instructed to address in their application/resume their experiences directly related to each section noted in the posting. Only completed/submitted online applications with supporting documents will be screened. Position Type: Certified Non-Teaching Location: Woodland Elementary School Date Available: August 17, 2026 plus six days of New Staff Orientation August 5 - 12, 2026 Description: Conduct evaluations, eligibility and IEP meetings and provide direct therapy services to children, to include RtI support. Skills for evaluation/direct service to children with only speech delays as well as other students in special education. Must have good communication and writing skills. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. License: A. Required � Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech Language Pathology endorsement - registered in Lake County 2. Education: A. Required - Master's Degree in Speech / Language Pathology ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Screen all students referred by teacher and/or parents/guardians, including preschool children Utilize appropriate diagnostic procedures to complete a speech/language evaluation on those students identified during the screening process Establish type and severity of speech/language disorder in the areas of receptive and expressive language, articulation, auditory skills, oral motor functioning, voice, fluency, work retrieval and pragmatics Interpret the results of each evaluation and enroll students whose speech and language interfere with their ability to learn within the school setting Develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and update the child's progress on the IEP as indicated by IDEA and State regulations Schedule students for remediation on an individual or group basis according to their needs Monitors progress of students on a regular basis Utilize appropriate exit criteria to make recommendations as part of the educational team regarding student dismissal from formal speech and language service Serve as a communication consultant and resource person to classroom teachers, school personnel and parents/guardians. These services may take the form of conferences, classroom demonstrations or other consultation models/activities May conduct classroom language groups with classroom teacher as an active participant Maintain open communications with parents/guardians of speech-language students Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings and the annual review process Participate in Problem Solving/Intervention Team meetings as needed Provide supplemental services for Tier 2 & 3 interventions as appropriate with his/her workload Maintain all records and implement all procedures in accordance with Illinois and I.D.E.A. Rules and Regulations Performs such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as assigned by the Principal, Special Education Supervisor, and/or in consultation with the Assistant Superintendent of Special Education. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Planning and Preparation � Responsible for demonstrating knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and has the ability to assess students learning. Classroom Environment � Responsible for creating an environment of respect and establishes a culture for learning, manages classroom procedures, manages student's behavior, and has the ability to organize physical space. Instruction � Communicates clearly and accurately, uses questioning and discussion techniques, engages students in learning, provides feedback to students, and demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness. Professional Responsibility � Reflects on teaching, must maintain accurate records, communicates professionally,