School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist
Gurnee, IL
Access Healthcare
5x7 hrs, Days

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Travel/Contract Position

Location: Gurnee, Illinois
Specialty: Therapy/Rehabilitation
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 35 weeks

Job Description

• Provide in-person Speech-Language Pathology services to children.
• Conduct evaluations, eligibility and IEP meetings.
• Provide direct therapy services including RtI support.
• Work with children with speech delays and other special education needs.
• Maintain strong communication and writing skills.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 37.5 billable hours per week.
• Contract Dates: ASAP through 5/29/2026.

Qualifications

• License: Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech Language Pathology endorsement (must be registered in Lake County).
• Education: Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.

Required Certifications and Documents

• Illinois Professional Educator License with SLP endorsement verification.
• ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) verification recommended.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or ARC) if applicable.
• State Teaching Certificate and Credential verification as applicable.
• NURSYS Verification (for RNs, LPNs/LVNs, APs if applicable).
• Educational Services - FERPA acknowledgment (updated annually).
• Mandatory Reporter Training (Illinois Mandated Reporter Training with certificate).
• Background checks including:

  • Criminal background check within 1 year and updated annually.
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM check within 1 year and updated annually.
  • HHS/OIG check within 1 year and updated annually.
  • Illinois-specific sex offender and violent offender registry searches.
• Fingerprinting: Illinois IL VECHS Fingerprint Results required prior to start; fingerprinting handled by the agency.
• Physical Exam: Required within 90 days of start (Illinois state mandate).
• TB Testing: Negative PPD, Qgold, or Tspot within 90 days of start; annual TB questionnaire required.
• Drug Testing: Not required unless specifically requested by client.
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement (updated annually).

Additional Notes

• Some health documents such as immunizations (Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella), flu vaccination, and COVID-19 vaccination are only required if specified by the client or state.
• Competency exams are generally not required unless requested by the client.
• Skills checklists may be required depending on clinical or non-clinical status.
• Educational Services - State Teaching Certificate and Credential must be verified and uploaded twice: at receipt and 30 days prior to start.
• All required documents and verifications must be uploaded and maintained according to agency and state guidelines.

This position is ideal for licensed Speech-Language Pathologists seeking a travel contract role in an educational setting within Illinois, providing therapy and evaluation services to children with speech and special education needs.