What are the responsibilities and job description for the (1.0 FTE) Speech and Language Pathologist position at North Shore School District 112?
Our Mission
The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual and contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement and intellectual inquiry.
Job Summary
The Speech and Language Therapist has many responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following:
Per NSEA salary schedule (Collective Bargaining Agreement) for the 2025-2026 school year, excellent benefits, TRS Retirement Pension Service Credit, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave, and other benefits.
Application Procedure
Apply on line by completing the on line application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.
Selection Procedure
The principal will review online applications and supporting materials and the principal will call individuals in for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet virtually with the Deputy Superintendent who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education.
The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual and contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement and intellectual inquiry.
Job Summary
The Speech and Language Therapist has many responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following:
- Planning and Preparation
- Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the Speech Pathologist’s therapy
- Establishes goals for the therapy program appropriate to the setting and the students
- Demonstrates knowledge of district, state and federal regulations and guidelines
- Demonstrates knowledge of resources, both within and beyond the school and district
- Plans the therapy program, integrates with the regular school program, to meet the needs of individual students
- Classroom/Therapeutic Environment
- Establishes rapport with students
- Organizes time effectively
- Establishes standards of conduct in the treatment center
- Organizes physical space for testing of students and providing therapy
- Instruction
- Establishes and maintaining clear procedures for referrals
- Responds to referrals, and evaluating student needs
- Develops and implements treatment plans to maximize students’ success
- Communicates with families
- Collects information; writing reports
- Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness
- Professional Responsibilities & Personal Qualities
- Reflects on practice
- Collaborates with teachers and administrators
- Maintains effective data management system
- Participates in a professional community
- Engages in professional development
- Shows professionalism, including integrity, advocacy, and maintaining confidentiality
- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with proper endorsement(s)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decision regarding the safety and welfare of students
- Appreciation of cultural diversity
- Ability to effectively incorporate instructional technology
- Spanish proficiency not required but highly desired
Per NSEA salary schedule (Collective Bargaining Agreement) for the 2025-2026 school year, excellent benefits, TRS Retirement Pension Service Credit, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave, and other benefits.
Application Procedure
Apply on line by completing the on line application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS.
Selection Procedure
The principal will review online applications and supporting materials and the principal will call individuals in for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet virtually with the Deputy Superintendent who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education.
