Job Title
Summer School: Speech & Language Pathologist
Job Details
Position Type: Summer School/Speech & Language Pathologist
Date Posted: February 15, 2026
Location: Districtwide
Closing Date: April 7, 2026
District: Woodland School District 50
Qualifications
License: Illinois Professional Educator License with Speech Language Pathology endorsement, registered in Lake County.
Education: Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Screen all students referred by teacher and/or parents/guardians, including preschool children.
Utilize appropriate diagnostic procedures to complete a speech/language evaluation on those students identified during the screening process.
Establish type and severity of speech/language disorder in the areas of receptive and expressive language, articulation, auditory skills, oral motor functioning, voice, fluency, work retrieval and pragmatics.
Interpret the results of each evaluation and enroll students whose speech and language interfere with their ability to learn within the school setting.
Develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and update the child's progress on the IEP as indicated by IDEA and State regulations.
Schedule students for remediation on an individual or group basis according to their needs.
Monitor progress of students on a regular basis.
Utilize appropriate exit criteria to make recommendations as part of the educational team regarding student dismissal from formal speech and language service.
Serve as a communication consultant and resource person to classroom teachers, school personnel and parents/guardians. These services may take the form of conferences, classroom demonstrations or other consultation models/activities.
May conduct classroom language groups with classroom teacher as an active participant.
Maintain open communications with parents/guardians of speech-language students.
Participate in regularly scheduled team meetings and the annual review process.
Participate in Problem Solving/Intervention Team meetings as needed.
Provide supplemental services for Tier 2 & 3 interventions as appropriate with his/her workload.
Maintain all records and implement all procedures in accordance with Illinois and I.D.E.A. Rules and Regulations.
Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as assigned by the School Principal, Special Education Supervisor, and/or in consultation with the Assistant Superintendent of Support Services.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Planning and Preparation – Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy, students, and resources. Design coherent instruction and select appropriate instructional activities, and assess student learning.
Classroom Environment – Create an environment of respect, establish a culture for learning, manage classroom procedures, manage student behavior, and organize physical space.
Instruction – Communicate clearly and accurately, use questioning and discussion techniques, engage students in learning, provide feedback, and demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.
Professional Responsibility – Reflect on teaching, maintain accurate records, communicate professionally, contribute to the school and district, grow and develop professionally, and show professionalism.
Technical – Must be able to utilize a white board/smartboard, iPads with various apps, online assessment tools, Microsoft Office and Google programs, and district email/voicemail systems.
Interpersonal – Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, businesses and community. Strong organization, communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work harmoniously with the community, students, parents, staff, and administration, and lead and support paraprofessional staff in the classroom and collaborate with all related service providers.
District Core Competencies
Support the establishment of mutual respect and equal human dignity across the entire school community.
Welcomes inclusion, equity and diversity.
Have an unwavering commitment to the success of all students.
Understanding that your identity may be different than students, parents, and staff. You are willing to put those differences aside for the success of all students.
Regardless of the identities of students, staff, or parents, works collaboratively to build a successful relationship with them.
Willingly anticipate, identify and adopt change.
Engage in all job‑related interactions and activities, with contacts from within and outside the District, in a courteous and professional manner.
Communicate with styles that are approachable and respectful.
Participate in professional development and training to become more effective and efficient.
Take initiative to manage multiple tasks.
Effectively organize work to be as productive as possible.
Physical Demands
Manual Dexterity: Work requires definite skilled and accurate physical operations requiring some closely coordinated performance. Physical Effort: Work requires handling average weight materials or equipment, but not for sustained periods. Travel to schools and seminars as needed. Working Conditions: Some exposure to definitely disagreeable elements.
Terms of Employment
June 8, 2026 - July 2, 2026; Monday thru Friday; 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Salary Range
Minimum of $48.96 per hour. (Current D50 employees in this position will be paid their current rate of pay.)
How to Apply
Internal applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net. External applicants should apply online at www.dist50.net and attach three letters of recommendations, resume and transcript(s) to the online application. All applicants must be willing to interview in person and demonstrate skills through a situational analysis. Applicants will be contacted within three weeks if invited for an interview. Minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Further information regarding this position may be obtained by contacting:
Contact Person
Tia MartinezDirector of Educational Supports & Innovationtmartinez@dist50.net(847) 596-5636
Application Deadline
April 7, 2026
Equal Opportunity Employer
Woodland School District 50 is an Equal Opportunity Employer with established policies prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, arrest record, military status, order of protection status, unfavorable military discharge, citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States, use of lawful products while not at work, being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, genetic information, physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or other legally protected categories. The Associate Superintendent of Educational Services (847-596-5631) addresses questions regarding student discrimination and serves as the District's Title IX Coordinator, and the Executive Director of Human Resources (847-596-5640) answers questions concerning employment discrimination.
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