Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Leaf River, IL

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), also known as a speech therapist, plays a pivotal role in the therapy industry by evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders in children and adults. These disorders may result from a variety of causes such as stroke, brain injury, hearing loss, developmental delay, Parkinson's disease, a cleft palate, or autism. SLPs develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide counseling to patients and their families, keep accurate records, report progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. They work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and research settings.

To become an SLP, one must possess a strong set of skills including excellent communication, patience, compassion, and problem-solving abilities. They require a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and must be licensed in the state they wish to practice. In addition, they should earn a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) offered by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Before becoming an SLP, a person may work as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, a special education teacher, or a child development specialist, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

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Speech Pathologist

  • Winnebago, IL (12 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Winnebago, IL (12 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Identifying issues and modifying speech therapy treatment if necessary. Tracking and documenting patient performance, progress, and response to treatment....

Speech Language Pathologist

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 5 days ago

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses....

Speech Language Pathologist - Sign-on Bonus

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Language Pathologist License in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply Degree from an accredited speech language pathologist therapy program Basic computer literacy skills Current CPR certification...

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,761 per week

  • Byron, IL (7 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Byron, IL (7 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Candidate must be an SLP-CCC. The Speech Language Pathologist/SLP is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require treatment for speech, hearing and or language deficits....

Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,546 per week

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 6 days ago

ADN Healthcare is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Rockford, Illinois....

Speech Therapist Job (SLP) - Guaranteed Hours

  • Byron, IL (7 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Byron, IL (7 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Category Schools - SLP Job Type Contract Speech Therapist Job (SLP) - Guaranteed Hours Soliant is seeking a licensed Speech Language Pathologist for a school based job near Byron, IL....

Speech Language Pathologist Pediatrics

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation, planning and implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses....

School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist - Freeport, Illinois

  • Freeport, IL (16 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Freeport, IL (16 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 7 days ago

A K-12 school located in Freeport, IL is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) or SLP Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidate for a contract position running from August 11, 2025, through...

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP - CCC) - SNF / LTC - Contract

  • Byron, IL (7 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Byron, IL (7 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 14 days ago

A great SNF / LTC is looking for an experienced Speech Language Pathologist / SLP to join their growing team for a contract assignment! Candidate must be an SLP-CCC....

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP - CCC or CFY) - School Contract

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP or proactively in the process of the application process for current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP....

Full-Time, Remote Speech Language Pathologist School District in Illinois

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Virtual Speech Language Pathologist - Illinois School District We are seeking a Virtual Speech-Language Pathologist to work with a school district in Illinois....

Remote Work

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Position Open Full-Time School-Based Role Rockford, IL

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago

A school district in Rockford, Illinois is hiring a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to support students with communication and language needs....

School-Based Speech Therapist Opportunity Full-Time Role Rockford, IL

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago

A school district in Rockford, Illinois is currently hiring a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to support K12 students with a wide range of communication needs....

Looking for School Speech-Language Pathologist Help Students Communicate & Succeed Rockford, IL

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 17 days ago

A school in Rockford, Illinois is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join their team in a full-time, onsite position....

SY25-26 School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist - SLP - JO-2506-36226

  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Rockford, IL (17 miles from Leaf River, IL)
  • 18 days ago

School Speech Language Pathologists needed at a great school district in the vicinity of Rockford, IL for the 2025-2026 school year....

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Salary for Speech-Language Pathologist Jobs in Leaf River, IL

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Highest Education Level

Speech-Language Pathologists in Leaf River, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
61.4%
Bachelor's Degree
20.6%
Associate's Degree
7.9%
Doctorate Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
2.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Speech-Language Pathologists in Leaf River, IL
None
35.7%
1-2 years
27.2%
Less than 1 year
25.8%
2-4 years
11.3%