High School Speech-Language Pathologist - Leave Coverage - Palos Hills

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is seeking an in-person, school-based Speech-Language Pathologist to provide leave coverage at the high school level from December 14, 2026 through April 2, 2027. Do you enjoy working with children? Would you like to improve the lives of students through exceptional speech therapy? If so, this may be the position for you!

This SLP position comes with competitive hourly pay and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• Retirement Account with company matching
• Unlimited CEUs
• Materials stipend
• Licensure & ASHA reimbursement
• Great Mentorship Program!
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POSITION DETAILS

• Position: Speech-Language Pathologist, leave coverage
• Setting: In-person, school-based (high school)
• Dates: December 14, 2026 through April 2, 2027
• Caseload: Approximately 35-40 students within a specialized program population
• Responsibilities: Provide services per student IEPs; approximately 6 IEP meetings during the coverage period, including 2 eligibility meetings
• Schedule: Full day, 5 days per week
• Pay: $45-$55 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders
• ASHA certification
• Illinois Speech-Language Pathology License

Every state requires all Speech Language Pathologists to have a state license. If you do not have a license for a specific state, the licensing team at PDS will help you through the process!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will spend your day helping improve the lives of children. Setting them up for success both in the school setting and beyond is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career!

You will provide high-quality services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, and writing reports, you determine their strengths and areas of concern in speech, fluency, language, and oral motor skills.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this SLP position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.

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