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School Speech Language Pathologist
Chicago, IL
ESS Clinical
5x7 hrs, Days

$65/hour
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Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x7 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration20 weeks
  • Setting
    School

Pay

Estimated pay
$65/hour

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Qualifications

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Required
    License
  • Other license in Illinois
    Other
  • Eligible to work in US

Description

Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) — School Based

 

Employment Options: Full-Time
Location: Remote serving students in Illinois
Schedule: Monday–Friday | School Hours (Typically 7 hour days)
School Year / Contract: 2025-2026 School Year
Employment Type: 1099
Start Date: Immediate Need
Pay Rate: Starting at $60.00/hour

**Must currently have Illinois Speech Language Pathologist Board License**

 

Real Support. Real Impact.

 

ESS Clinical partners directly with schools to fill active, approved positions. You will know assignment details before accepting placement whenever possible.

 

Why SLPs Choose ESS Clinical

  • Competitive Pay – Compensation that reflects your education, experience, goals, and expertise.
  • Flexible Scheduling – Because real work-life balance matters
  • Strong, Long-Standing District Relationships – Stability and trusted partnerships you can count on.
  • Award-Winning Culture – Proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace.

Assignment Experience (What You Can Expect)

 

(When available, ESS Clinical shares real assignment details early in the process)

  • Conduct speech and language evaluations and re-evaluations
    Develop and implement individualized therapy plans
  • Exposure to a variety of grade levels (PreK–12 opportunities)
  • 1–2 building placement when possible
  • Collaborative teams including Psychologists, Counselors, SPED, and Administration

Your Impact as an SLP

 

You’ll support students’ speech, language, and communication development while helping schools create environments where students can succeed academically and socially.

 

Core Responsibilities

  • Conduct speech and language evaluations and re-evaluations
  • Develop and implement individualized therapy plans
  • Provide direct speech-language therapy (individual and group)
  • Monitor student progress and adjust interventions based on data
  • Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams
  • Support MTSS / RTI initiatives as appropriate

What We’re Looking For

  • Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
  • Valid Illinois Speech Language Pathologist License
  • Professional Educator License by Illinois Board of Education
  • School-based experience preferred, but newer professionals encouraged to apply — mentorship available
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills
    Passion for supporting student speech, language, and communication development

Why ESS Clinical Is Different

 

For over 45 years, PSI has been a pioneering force in Educational Support Services and School Health Programs throughout Ohio. Our journey began when a visionary administrator of the Cleveland Diocesan Schools joined forces with a group of innovative school psychologists from Kent State University. Since then, PSI evolved into a comprehensive provider partnering with over 500 schools in the State of Ohio.

 

In late 2023, PSI forged a transformative partnership with ESS, further expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of students nationwide. Through our ESS partnership, PSI and ESS Clinical have joined forces to serve students in public, private, and charter schools. The overall ESS Clinical team has reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing the educational journey of every student every day.

 

Our Commitment to You

 

Whether you’re an experienced SLP or early in your career, ESS Clinical is committed to helping you grow, feel supported, and build a career you’re proud of.
ESS Clinical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

 

Privacy Information

 

When you apply for a position with ESS Clinical, an ESS Company, we collect personal information such as:

  • Contact details (name, email, phone, address)
  • Application materials (resume, work history, education, references)
  • Information you choose to provide during the hiring process (interviews, assessments, background checks, as permitted by law)

We use this information to:

  • Evaluate your candidacy and qualifications
  • Conduct interviews and background checks
  • Manage our recruitment and hiring processes
  • Comply with applicable legal obligations

 

We do not sell or share applicant personal information. We retain it as long as necessary for recruitment, compliance, and potential future opportunities.

You may have rights under U.S. state privacy laws, including to request access, correction, deletion, or limitation of your personal information.

For details about our practices and your rights, please review our full Privacy Notices below.

 

Keywords

Speech-Language Pathologist, SLP, School-Based Therapy, Speech Evaluation, Language Intervention, IEP Support, MTSS, RTI, Communication Development, PreK–12, Special Education

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ESS Clinical Job ID #4255. Posted job title: Speech Language Pathologist - Virtual Immediate Need

Employer

ESS Clinical

About
Driven by a passion for helping students, ESS Clinical connects certified clinical and special education professionals with K-12 school systems nationwide. Whether you are a speech-language pathologist, occupational or physical therapist, school psychologist, behavioral specialist, or school nurse, we match you with a school-based role that fits your skills and career aspirations. At ESS Clinical, the work you do has the power to change a student’s life. If you are looking for a career with purpose, this is where you belong.
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