Speech-Language Pathologists are assigned to schools based on the citywide needs of the district. Job requirements related to general and special education services, evaluation, staffing, and mandated therapeutic services are expected. 

• Provide therapeutic services to eligible students using a continuum of service delivery models;
• Provide diagnostic assessment services to students using the established eligibility and exit criteria;
• Develop and implement IEPs utilizing an educationally-based model with goals aligned to educational standards;
• Participate in required referral, domain FIE and annual review meetings;
• Provide consultation to teachers, parents, and staff;
• Provide staff education training to school staff and parents;
• Complete compliance activities such as daily progress notes, weekly documentation of all services delivered, quarterly report of student achievement (IEP report cards), and monthly caseload statistics;
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and exercise sound professional judgment;
• Personalize student supports through mastery and innovative use of curriculum supplements and technology resources

Salaried position, pay is guaranteed regardless of student availability, number of sessions/evaluations, etc.

Pay is based on the Chicago Teachers Union contract. The above pay range is based on Lane 2 (Master's degree), Steps 1–8 for the 2025/2026 school year, as CPS accepts up to 8 years of out-of-district school-based experience.
 

The above pay range does not include the CCC stipend or increment pay for high-needs positions, and will be paid additionally. Pay increases each year with annual Step increases and cost-of-living increases, and when moving up the lane scale via completion of professional development hours (225 PDH per lane). 

Very affordable and comprehensive medical coverage via Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental and vision (available as pre-tax deductions). Medical benefits and pension contribution deducted per paycheck. 

5 days/week, 7 hours/day (varies per school; not flexible). Most schools start between 7:45 am and 9:00 am and end between 2:45 pm and 4:00 pm. This is a citywide position within the City of Chicago. School location assigned upon hire.

None

10 sick days per school year (accrued at 1/month for new hires, unused days roll over), 3 personal business days

The district is closed on federal holidays; as this is a salaried position, holiday school closure does not impact pay.

No formal productivity requirements; it is expected that SLPs provide as many mandated intervention minutes as possible based on students' IEPs.

Caseload cap of 60 (including both direct and consultative-only cases).

Shared office

Chicago Public Schools offers 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parent within 12 months of the qualifying event.

No

Accepts CFs? Yes

% of SLPs in company who are CFs: 10

CF supervision provided: Yes

CF details: Many of our tenured staff began their careers at Chicago Public Schools, and are thrilled to support new SLPs via formal or informal mentorship.

Training program: All Clinical Fellows and licensed new staff are assigned New Hire Mentors to help them transition into a career with CPS; and, if necessary, provide the mandated direct and indirect supervision hours. New hire meetings are held regularly with a focus on specific competency area training and to answer questions and collaborate with other new hires. Lead SLPs and managers are always available for additional support and guidance!