Speech-Language Pathologist -Bilingual - $63580 - $119211 Yearly Salary

Northwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency that provides special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture. We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future. This position is for the School Year. The Speech Language Pathologist works 180 days per year for 7.5 hours per day and earns $63,580.83-$119,211.31 depending on experience. Grade level, location and academic programimng based on candidate preference and availability. As an SLP with NIA, you will develop and implement individualized education/treatment programs for students whose ability to communicate has been impacted by developmental differences, disabilities, or injuries. Speech Language Pathologist Job Duties Provide direct speech and language services: Deliver therapy and interventions to students in accordance with their Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to address communication disorders. Collaborate with educational staff: Work closely with teachers, administrators, and other specialists to develop and implement strategies that support students' speech, language, and communication development. Maintain accurate records: Document all services, assessments, and interventions provided, ensuring compliance with district and state requirements. Participate in IEP meetings: Offer expertise in speech and language assessments, goal setting, and progress monitoring to ensure students receive appropriate accommodations and support. Engage in professional development: Stay informed on current best practices in speech-language pathology, special education, and related fields by attending workshops and training sessions.

Proficiency with school-based technology and office equipment, including computers and specialized software applications like Microsoft Office and Google Suite. We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.