Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – $80/hr – Des Plaines, IL – In-Person – 16 WeeksPosition Overview: The Speech-Language Pathologist provides school-based evaluation and therapy services to students with communication needs. This role includes conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, delivering direct therapy, documenting student progress, and collaborating with educational teams to support each student’s language development and academic success. Assignment Details: Location: Des Plaines, IL Start Date: 02/17/2026 Duration: 16 weeks Schedule: Monday–Friday Hours: 35 hours per week Pay Rate: $80/hour Modality: In-person Openings: 1 position Caseload Details: + Serving 42–50 students + Communication needs vary across articulation, language, fluency, social-pragmatic, and related speech-language areas + District EA/monitor support already in place Bonus Structure: + $500 after 30 days worked + $500 upon assignment completion Interview Requirement: + Virtual interview with Special Education leadership Responsibilities: + Conduct speech-language evaluations and write reports + Provide direct therapy aligned with students’ IEP goals + Collect and analyze progress-monitoring data + Create and implement individualized treatment plans and IEP goals + Communicate regularly with families and IEP team members + Support students’ language development across academic environments + Provide CCC Fellowship supervision if qualified Requirements: + Active Illinois SLP PEL (Professional Educator License) required + CCC-SLP preferred + CPR certification if applicable + TB screening and health certificate per state guidelines + Must meet all federal, state, and local regulations + Must be at least 18 years old Contact Information: Cyrus Vess National Recruitment Manager 813-371-5185 davess@amergis.com Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-JD5