Provide speech-language pathology services to elementary students, including conducting assessments and implementing individualized therapy plans. Collaborate with teachers and families while managing a caseload of 20-30 students and maintaining detailed progress documentation.
Requirements summary
Requires an active Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist license and an Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL). Candidates must be eligible to practice in a K-5 school setting, though the role is open to Clinical Fellows (CFs).
Overview Speech-Language Pathologist — school-year assignment in a pediatric, school-based setting (K–5) located in Zion, Illinois. Start date: 08/10/2026 for a travel - temporary assignment lasting several weeks. Weekly pay: $1,859–$1,946 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0.
Shift
5x7 Days.
Setting
Elementary school (K–5) with a typical caseload of 20–30 students. Clinical Fellows (CFs) accepted; new school year start noted as NSY.
Key Highlights • Weekly pay
$1,859–$1,946 per week
Guaranteed hours: 0.0
Contract duration: Weeks
Shift: 5x7 Days
Start date: 08/10/2026
Setting: Elementary school (K–5)
Responsibilities
Deliver speech-language pathology services to students in the K–5 range within a school-based program.
Conduct screenings, evaluations, and therapy to address communication disorders; develop and implement IEP goals and treatment plans.
Provide individual and small-group therapy aligned with IEP goals; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
Collaborate with teachers, families, and other school staff; participate in IEP meetings and ongoing progress monitoring.
Document services and progress in student records and the applicable charting systems as required.
Manage a caseload of 20–30 students; support CFs (Clinical Fellows) when applicable.
Requirements
Active Illinois SLP license
Professional Educator License (PEL) in Illinois
Clinical Fellows (CFs) accepted
Pediatric/school-age SLP services focus (K–5)
Ability to work in an elementary school setting and manage a caseload of 20–30 students
Benefits
and Support
Dedicated recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
Credentialing assistance to help you align licensure requirements
Benefits
Housing Assistance
Travel Support
Dedicated Recruiter
Credentialing And Onboarding Coordination
Access To Additional Travel Opportunities
24/7 Clinical And Logistical Support
Housing and travel coordination support
Extension opportunities and ongoing placement options
Nationwide assignments where available
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Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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Market context
Illinois acute care travel SLP role
Illinois acute care travel speech-language pathology roles can be competitive because facilities often need clinicians who can step in quickly with the right state credentials and school eligibility. This posting is open to Clinical Fellows, but you’ll need an active Illinois SLP license and Illinois PEL; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure, CF status, and K-5 eligibility before applying.
