Speech & Language Therapist at Cunningham Children's Home summary: The Speech & Language Therapist at Cunningham Children's Home provides specialized therapy services to students with speech, language, fluency, and voice disorders in a therapeutic special education setting. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing individualized education plans, collaborating with families and educational teams, and maintaining documentation. The role requires a Master's degree, professional licenses and certifications, and experience with diverse student needs including autism and trauma-informed care. Speech & Language Therapist at Cunningham Children's Home summary: The Speech & Language Therapist at Cunningham Children's Home provides direct therapeutic services to students with speech, language, fluency, and voice disorders in a special education setting. They conduct assessments, develop individualized education plans, collaborate with families and educational teams, and maintain documentation to support academic and communication development. The role requires a Master's degree, relevant licenses and certifications, and experience working with diverse student needs including autism and trauma-informed care. Profile insights Find out how your skills align with the job description Licenses Do you have a valid Speech-Language Pathology License license? Yes No Certifications Do you have a valid Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology certification? YesNo Skills Do you have experience in Working with people with autism ? YesNo Education Do you have a Master's degree ? YesNo Job details Pay $35 an hour

Job type Full-time

Shift and schedule No weekends Monday to Friday

Work setting In-person Special education school Private school

Benefits Pulled from the full job description 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance

Show more chevron down Full job description Make a meaningful difference every day. Cunningham Children's Home is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech & Language Therapist to join our team at Circle Academy . This role provides direct services to students with speech and language needs in a therapeutic educational setting. You'll work closely with students, families, and educational teams to support each child's communication development and academic success. About Us: Circle Academy Urbana is a therapeutic special education school serving students in grades K-12. Our private school is committed to preparing and empowering students for success in school, at home, and in the community. We provide a structured, nurturing, and therapeutic learning environment that supports each student's academic and emotional growth. Key Responsibilities: Conduct screenings, diagnostic assessments, and evaluations to determine student needs. Provide direct speech/language therapy services, including management of articulation, language, fluency, and voice disorders. Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) in collaboration with school staff and families. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with teachers on strategies to support student goals. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with school and state requirements. Provide consultation and recommendations to staff and families. Stay current on best practices and continue professional development.

Qualifications: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement. ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) required. Knowledge of speech/language development, special education regulations, trauma-informed care, and behavior management. Experience with RTI/MTSS, early childhood development, autism, and assistive technology preferred. Must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to communicate effectively across disciplines. Willingness to travel between Urbana and Rossville campuses as needed.

What We Offer: Competitive salary based on education and experience ($55,250 - $92,135 per year). Small class sizes: 10 or fewer students per class. Additional support staff: Two additional support staff (Paraeducator and Teaching Assistant) in every classroom. Tuition Assistance: Support for obtaining LBS1 Certification or Special Education Certification. Relocation Assistance: Available up to $2,500. Summer Income: Opportunity to earn additional income over the summer (31 days at $35/hour). State-of-the-art facilities: Newly constructed, 51,000-square-foot school building. Additionally, Cunningham Children's Home is a qualified employer under the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program .

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,250.00 - $92,135.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Referral program Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Schedule: Monday to Friday No weekends

Work Location: In person #CCHJOBS Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. If you require alternative methods of application or screening, you must approach the employer directly to request this as Indeed is not responsible for the employer's application process. Keywords: speech therapy, language disorders, speech-language pathology, individualized education plans, special education, autism support, diagnostic assessments, clinical competence, student communication development, therapeutic education Keywords: speech therapy, language disorders, speech-language pathology, individualized education plans, special education, autism support, diagnostic assessments, clinical competence, student communication development, therapeutic education