Travel Speech Pathology - Park Ridge, IL

Company: ProCare Therapy
Location: Park Ridge
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, active SLP license and 1 year of Speech-Language Pathology experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered. This position offers an opportunity to provide specialized speech-language therapy in a private therapeutic day school setting dedicated to children and adolescents with severe emotional disabilities. Serving students aged 3 to 21, the role combines both classroom-based and 1:1 therapy, ensuring personalized attention with caseloads capped at 10 students per classroom. The assignment is based at a single site in Park Ridge, IL, operating Monday through Friday from 8:15 AM to 2:15 PM, with extended school year sessions running Monday through Thursday. This is a travel position, beginning ASAP through the extended school year, with approximately 15 hours per week plus compensatory minutes, totaling around 30 hours weekly for the remainder of the year. Key Responsibilities: Deliver direct speech-language therapy services to students aged 3-21 Manage a manageable caseload with both individual and small group sessions Develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) with precise documentation Collaborate with educators and multidisciplinary teams to support students communication goals Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements and professional standards Required Qualifications: Valid Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) Professional Educator License (PEL) for school-based practice Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related field Proficiency in IEP writing and educational documentation Previous experience working with children with severe emotional disabilities preferred Availability for onsite interviews; no supervision provided for SLP Assistants (SLPAs) or Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidates This role provides a meaningful opportunity to impact the lives of students requiring therapeutic support within a supportive, structured environment. Candidates who meet the qualifications and are passionate about working in a specialized school setting are encouraged to apply promptly. Compensation for this position ranges from $36.40 to $66.40. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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