Speech-Language Pathologist - Illinois (25-26 School Year)

Position Overview

• Location Type: Remote
• Employment Type: Contract
• Job Type: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• School Year: 2025-2026

Description: Parallel is seeking licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to support our school partnerships in Illinois for the 2025-2026 school year. This role focuses on providing direct services to children and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).

Requirements

• Certification: ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) is required.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 1 year of experience providing IEP-directed therapy and evaluations in a school setting (CFY experience does not count).
  • Experience in IEP meetings, case management, and completing educational eligibility determinations and comprehensive reports.
• Skills:
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage children from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Comfort with technology and virtual telehealth platforms.
• Availability: Must be available during school hours (8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday – Friday).
• Language: Fluency in additional languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct SLP evaluations and deliver direct services to children.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), focusing on specific SLP goals.
• Continuously monitor each child's progress, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Effectively communicate with parents, staff, and students regarding progress.
• Complete essential documentation for IEP reports, goals, and diagnostic evaluations.
• Meet with teachers, paraprofessionals, and specialists to discuss student needs, adaptations, and interventions.
• Actively participate in team meetings and work collaboratively to ensure every student's success.

Why Join Parallel?

• Streamlined Scheduling: Utilize our in-house scheduling system for organization.
• Efficient Admin Support: Benefit from templates, databases, and tools to reduce administrative tasks.
• Smart Client Matching: We pair you with clients suited to your skills and expertise.
• Comprehensive Client Information: Access patient history and eligibility details upfront.
• Billing & Insurance Handling: We manage the paperwork so you can focus on care.
• Testing Materials Provided: Receive all necessary resources to deliver excellent services.
• Innovation & Feedback: Contribute your input to shape the future of our programs.
• Community Events: Collaborate with leading clinicians and educators to tackle real-world challenges.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of our rapid expansion and advance your career.
• Meaningful Mission: Contribute to improving the lives of students nationwide.

Application Instructions

• Interested candidates should apply to be part of the Parallel Provider Network.

Company Information

About Us: Parallel is the first tech-forward provider of care for learning and thinking differences across the United States.