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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - On-Site - 26/27 School Year

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

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Job Description

Join Our Team as an Onsite School Speech Language Pathologist in Rockford, IL for the 26/27 School Year!

Are you a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in students' lives? E-Therapy is hiring!

Position Details

  • Start Date: August 2026 for the 26/27 school year
  • Hours: Full-time (7.5 hours/day)
  • Grade Levels: PreK-12 students
  • Credentials: IL SLP License and IL PEL required
  • Compensation: Starting at $ 49/hour (commensurate with experience)
  • Location: Rockford, IL - Onsite Only

For immediate consideration, please send a copy of your resume to sara.pessman@electronic-therapy.com or call 803-868-4570.

Why E-Therapy? At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in special education, connecting schools with exceptional clinicians. Join our mission to provide accessible and impactful speech and language therapy services to PreK-12 schools nationwide.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive support to help you succeed
  • The chance to work with a passionate and collaborative team
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in students' communication skills and overall growth

Ready to Join Us? Please don't miss out on the opportunity to work with E-therapy! We are interviewing this week for next school year opportunities so don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary!

For immediate consideration, please send a copy of your resume to sara.pessman@electronic-therapy.com or call 803-868-4570.

Empower students. Transform lives. Start your journey with E-Therapy today!

Position Overview: We are currently seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our dynamic team at E-Therapy. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing speech and language therapy services to students in PreK-12 schools, helping them develop communication skills and overcome speech and language disorders.

#Onsite

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of students' speech, language, and communication abilities.
  • Develop individualized therapy plans and goals based on assessment results and students' needs.

Provide direct therapy services to students, targeting areas such as articulation, phonology, language comprehension, fluency, and pragmatic skills.

Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other members of the educational team to support students' communication goals in the classroom and other educational settings.

Incorporate evidence-based techniques and therapeutic activities into therapy sessions to promote speech and language development.

  • Monitor students' progress and adjust therapy plans as needed to facilitate optimal outcomes.
  • Document therapy sessions, progress reports, and other relevant information accurately and in a timely manner.

Participate in IEP (Individualized Education Program) meetings and provide input regarding students' speech and language needs.

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
  • Valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Current ASHA certification required
  • Passionate about working with K-12 students
  • Experience providing speech-language therapy services in a school or pediatric setting.

Proficiency in assessment tools and therapeutic techniques commonly used in pediatric speech-language pathology.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.

Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems and other assistive technology used in speech-language therapy (preferred).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative and supportive work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

E-Therapy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

At E-Therapy, we are pioneers in the field of special education, dedicated to delivering top-tier, clinical solutions to PreK-12 schools nationwide. Our mission is to empower schools with cutting-edge, clinical solutions through our advanced, technology-driven platform. By seamlessly connecting schools with our network of highly qualified, licensed clinicians, we offer a range of essential services that are both accessible and impactful.

Physical Requirements (Working in a School Setting)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and move around in various areas of the school facility. The employee must be able to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents both verbally and in writing.

The employee may need to lift or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and may occasionally be required to bend, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Additionally, the employee must have the physical stamina to supervise and engage with students throughout the school day.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please don't miss out on the opportunity to work with E-therapy! We are interviewing this week for next school year opportunities so don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary!

For immediate consideration, please send a copy of your resume to sara.pessman@electronic-therapy.com or call 803-868-4570.

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Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Individualized therapy planningIEP meetingsCollaboration

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

In Illinois, the Speech-Language Pathology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (35 salary observations; 71 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (776 salary observations; 2,889 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$102k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $102k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 15 employers

12
<$95k
2
$95k-120k
7
$120k-145k
5
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
88%
CME allowance
36%
PSLF eligible
24%
Loan repayment
20%
Relocation assistance
16%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Strides Therapy and Educational Services · Frederick, Maryland

$65-$75/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,691 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Rockford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$193k
Typical market rent
$1,195/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Rockford, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.