Speech-Language Pathologist 2025–2026 School Year 

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist for the 2025–2026 school year in Wheeling, IL. 

As a women and therapist-founded company that started in Washington and is now also local to Illinois, we are dedicated to elevating your school-based experience. Whether you're an experienced clinician or early in your career, you’ll find meaningful support, collaboration, and a team that truly understands your professional needs.

Position Details

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday 
Location: In-person, Wheeling CCSD 21 School District, Wheeling, IL 
Start Date: FMLA leave, March through the end of school year in June 
Setting: K-5 elementary building (one building) 
Service Area: Speech evaluations, therapy, IEP development, documentation, and team collaboration

Your Key Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language evaluations and provide treatment services
• Complete IEPs and related documentation
• Collaborate closely with special education teams
• Manage assigned caseload (discussed during interview)

What We’re Looking For

• Illinois state SLP license 
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Speech-Language Pathologist endorsement 
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Experience in school or special education settings preferred

Benefits & Perks (for 0.8 FTE and higher)

• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare benefits: medical, dental, vision*
• 401(k) with employer match*
• Licensing, continuing education, and professional fee reimbursements
• Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
• W-2 employment
• General and professional liability insurance
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid volunteer time and charity donation matching*

(*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above)

Why Join Ampersand Therapy?

We are a small, therapist-run company proudly women and minority-owned, founded by clinicians who started in school districts and sought an alternative to large staffing agencies. At Ampersand, you’ll be supported by a team that truly understands your work and values your expertise. Many of us still work in schools alongside you, so we see your challenges and victories firsthand.

Our Values

• Equity & Inclusion: We support anti-racism and inclusive school environments through partnerships like The Conscious Kid.
• Community Engagement: We volunteer with and donate to organizations such as Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth, encouraging you to support causes meaningful to you.
• Environmental Responsibility: We commit to sustainability through digital processes, low-waste practices, and carbon-negative initiatives.

An Inclusive Workplace

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity across all identities and backgrounds and invite qualified candidates from all walks of life to apply.

Apply Today!

If you’re a Speech-Language Pathologist looking for a meaningful, supportive, school-based role, we’d love to meet you! Apply now through Indeed or at https://ampersandtherapy.com/apply-now for the 2025–2026 school year.