Copper Hills Youth Center is seeking a speech a language pathologist to work with our school on a contract basis. This would be part time, based upon the number of students that our school has that are in need of speech services at any given time. These services can be provided during the school day, evenings, or on weekends. Job duties include:

• Evaluate students for speech, language, and communication disorders. • Develop individualized treatment plans (IEP goals) based upon student needs. • Provide direct therapy services to students. • Collaborate with teachers and administrators to support student’s academic and social development. • Participate in IEP meetings, progress monitoring, and documentation as required by state and federal guidelines. • Provide resources and strategies to teachers to support students’ communication development. • Maintain accurate and timely records of evaluations, therapy sessions and progress reports. • Maintain individual service logs for all students receiving speech therapy.

Must be a certified speech and language pathologist. Experience in working in schools is preferred.

Distinctive Schools is a charter school district located in Cook County with 10 schools, 272 teachers and 5,340 students.