Speech Language Pathologist
Employer
Kankakee School District 111
Location
Kankakee, IL, US
Salary
Competitive
categories
Employer
Kankakee School District 111
Location
Kankakee, IL, US
Salary
Competitive
categories
Employer
Kankakee School District 111
Location
Kankakee, IL, US
Salary
Competitive
categories
categories
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
4/23/2025
Location:
District Wide
District:
Kankakee School District 111
Position Title:
Speech-Language Pathologist
Payroll/Personnel Type:
9 Month
Job #:
5262
Reports to:
Director of Special Education
Shift Length:
7.58 Hours a Day
Union Eligibility:
Eligible
Position Summary:
The Speech-Language Pathologist identifies and assesses students who exhibit speech, voice, fluency, and/or language difficulties, then designs and delivers targeted prevention and remediation services to ensure these students can fully participate in the general education curriculum. This role encompasses conducting formal and informal evaluations, developing individualized intervention plans, and providing direct and consultative therapy in individual, small-group, and classroom settings. The Speech-Language Pathologist collaborates closely with educators and related-service providers to integrate communication goals into daily instruction, monitors student progress and maintains accurate documentation for IEPs, and regularly engages families by sharing assessment results, progress updates, and strategies to reinforce skills at homeultimately maximizing each student's communication competence and academic involvement.
Essential Functions
Determine referrals, identification, diagnosis, caseload selection, and reevaluation using professionally sound procedures, ensuring all referralsfrom teachers, principals, parents, and othersare considered while adhering to state and district eligibility criteria.
Participate in the School Intervention Team for students under consideration for evaluation, as needed.
Serve on the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team for eligible students.
Conduct single-disciplinary speech evaluations and re-evaluations in compliance with state and district requirements.
Develop and document IEP goals for students with speech and/or language needs, based on individual assessments and following state and district procedures.
Coordinate service schedules for eligible students, involving relevant school personnel as required.
Provide research-based speech and language therapy to students in alignment with their IEP goals and specifications.
Use consultation and planning time to conduct parent conferences; attend in-services, professional development sessions, and eligibility meetings; observe students in the classroom; and collaborate with teachers and support staff.
Prepare and deliver progress reports for each student on the caseload to school personnel and families as required by IEP timelines.
Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with district and state regulations.
Stay informed of and adhere to all district, state, and federal laws governing the delivery of special education services, including Section 504 and ADA modifications.
Participate in educational meetings and activities to promote ongoing professional growth and remain compliant with district/state Special Education Compliance Plans and relevant federal regulations.
Abide by the ASHA Code of Ethics and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interacting with administrators, teachers, parents, special education staff, and colleagues.
Attend or conduct eligibility and IEP meetings as needed, providing clinical expertise and support to building administrators regarding communication disorders and speech-language impairments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education or the Special Education Coordinator.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to meet district personnel requirements
Demonstrated willingness to participate in professional development activities
Possess a valid driver's license and have daily access to a vehicle for travel required to fulfill assigned duties
Education:
Master's Degree (MA or MS) in Communication Disorders (required)
Valid Professional Educator License withSchool Speech-Language Pathology endorsement (required)
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Working Conditions and Environment:
Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
In connection with hiring for this position the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or national origin.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled
Interested candidates should apply online at www.ksd111.org
Dr. James L. Henderson
Interim Assistant Superintendent for People Services
EOE/AA/D/VV
#LI-KANKAKEE11
Employer
Kankakee School District 111
Location
Kankakee, IL, US
Salary
Competitive
categories
Employer
Kankakee School District 111
Location
Kankakee, IL, US
Salary
Competitive
categories
Employer
Kankakee School District 111
Location
Kankakee, IL, US
Salary
Competitive
categories
categories
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
4/23/2025
Location:
District Wide
District:
Kankakee School District 111
Position Title:
Speech-Language Pathologist
Payroll/Personnel Type:
9 Month
Job #:
5262
Reports to:
Director of Special Education
Shift Length:
7.58 Hours a Day
Union Eligibility:
Eligible
Position Summary:
The Speech-Language Pathologist identifies and assesses students who exhibit speech, voice, fluency, and/or language difficulties, then designs and delivers targeted prevention and remediation services to ensure these students can fully participate in the general education curriculum. This role encompasses conducting formal and informal evaluations, developing individualized intervention plans, and providing direct and consultative therapy in individual, small-group, and classroom settings. The Speech-Language Pathologist collaborates closely with educators and related-service providers to integrate communication goals into daily instruction, monitors student progress and maintains accurate documentation for IEPs, and regularly engages families by sharing assessment results, progress updates, and strategies to reinforce skills at homeultimately maximizing each student's communication competence and academic involvement.
Essential Functions
Determine referrals, identification, diagnosis, caseload selection, and reevaluation using professionally sound procedures, ensuring all referralsfrom teachers, principals, parents, and othersare considered while adhering to state and district eligibility criteria.
Participate in the School Intervention Team for students under consideration for evaluation, as needed.
Serve on the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team for eligible students.
Conduct single-disciplinary speech evaluations and re-evaluations in compliance with state and district requirements.
Develop and document IEP goals for students with speech and/or language needs, based on individual assessments and following state and district procedures.
Coordinate service schedules for eligible students, involving relevant school personnel as required.
Provide research-based speech and language therapy to students in alignment with their IEP goals and specifications.
Use consultation and planning time to conduct parent conferences; attend in-services, professional development sessions, and eligibility meetings; observe students in the classroom; and collaborate with teachers and support staff.
Prepare and deliver progress reports for each student on the caseload to school personnel and families as required by IEP timelines.
Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with district and state regulations.
Stay informed of and adhere to all district, state, and federal laws governing the delivery of special education services, including Section 504 and ADA modifications.
Participate in educational meetings and activities to promote ongoing professional growth and remain compliant with district/state Special Education Compliance Plans and relevant federal regulations.
Abide by the ASHA Code of Ethics and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interacting with administrators, teachers, parents, special education staff, and colleagues.
Attend or conduct eligibility and IEP meetings as needed, providing clinical expertise and support to building administrators regarding communication disorders and speech-language impairments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education or the Special Education Coordinator.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to meet district personnel requirements
Demonstrated willingness to participate in professional development activities
Possess a valid driver's license and have daily access to a vehicle for travel required to fulfill assigned duties
Education:
Master's Degree (MA or MS) in Communication Disorders (required)
Valid Professional Educator License withSchool Speech-Language Pathology endorsement (required)
Physical Requirements:
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
Light work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree
Working Conditions and Environment:
Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
Very limited or no exposure to physical risk
Disclaimer:
The information contained in this description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
In connection with hiring for this position the district shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or national origin.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled
Interested candidates should apply online at www.ksd111.org
Dr. James L. Henderson
Interim Assistant Superintendent for People Services
EOE/AA/D/VV
#LI-KANKAKEE11
Job ID: 489242874
Originally Posted on: 8/13/2025
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