What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech - Language Pathologist | Base Location TBD position at Tri-County Special Education Cooperative?
2025-2026 SY
TRI-COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION JOINT AGREEMENT
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist
QUALIFICATIONS:
PEL School Service Personnel Endorsed in Speech-Language Pathology (PreK-21)
Active and Valid IDFPR Speech-Language Pathologist Professional License
REPORTS TO: Assigned Technical Assistant Supervisor for designated programs
Lead SLP for Technical Assistance
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: In accordance with
Scope of Practice in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA 2001 and
Guidelines for the Roles and Responsibilities of the School Based SLP, ASHA 1999.
1. Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations with recommendations for
amounts and type of intervention needed.
2. Provision of speech-language therapy as indicated, to populations including but not
limited to: Developmental Delay, Cognitive Disability, Multiple Disabilities,
Autism Spectrum Disorder and Emotional Disability, for students age 3-21 years.
3. Provide itinerant speech-language therapy for children not enrolled in center-based
programs as necessary.
4. Participation in educational staffings or team meetings as appropriate.
5. Responsible for developing speech-language stimulation programs for use in the
classroom and/or home.
6. Responsible for training for classroom teachers, program aides and parents in the
implementation of speech-language intervention.
7. Responsible for establishing and maintaining accurate and current documentation
for all students receiving speech-language services (diagnostic reports, progress
reports, therapy and billing logs)
8. Participate in preschool developmental screenings and all other child-find activities.
9. Other professional duties as required or assigned.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Integration of Technology into Practice
a. Demonstrate continual growth in technology and skills to stay abreast of current
and emerging technologies.
b. Plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by
available software and technology to promote communication development.
c. Implement methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student
learning in the area of communication (Augmentative and Alternative
Communication systems/devices).
d. Apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation
strategies, including evidence-based practice.
e. Use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practices including
word processing, database, spreadsheet, telecommunications and print/graphic
utilities, class attendance(Lighthouse), Individual Education Plan (IEP)
programs.
2. Obtain required continuing education units/hours for the purpose of :
ISBE certification/IDPR licensure renewal and to ensure growth and development
of current best practices in the field of speech-language pathology.
Pay and Benefits in accordance to the collective bargaining agreement.
Salary : $42,019 - $76,922
