Local Contract School Services - Speech Language Pathologist
Waukegan, IL
Cross Country Education
5x8 hrs

Bridge the gap and empower bilingual voices for the 2025-2026 school year! Cross Country Education is looking for a dynamic Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to support two vibrant campus communities in the Waukegan and Great Lakes, IL areas. Join us in helping students master communication in both English and Spanish, ensuring they thrive in the classroom and beyond—making every word count!
 
Position Overview: 

• Provide comprehensive speech and language therapy to a diverse student population (Pre-K through 8th grade) in both English and Spanish, ensuring equitable access to communication.
• Conduct evaluations and screenings to differentiate between language disorders and the natural process of second-language acquisition.
• Lead the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for bilingual students, collaborating with families and staff to set linguistically appropriate goals.
• Coordinate services across two campus locations, maintaining high standards for documentation, progress reporting, and state compliance.

Qualifications: 

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Valid Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist License and Professional Educator License (PEL)
• Native or near-native fluency in both English and Spanish (Required)
• Prior experience in a school or pediatric setting, with a strong understanding of bilingual language development

Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education? 

• Top Compensation: Earn $49.60 - $62.80 Per Hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a stable, guaranteed 40-hour work week with paid sick leave.

Is It Time for a New Start? Apply Now!

Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2