Speech-Language Pathologist

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Speech-Language Pathologist

Full-Time | 2026–27 School Year | 192-Day Contract

Are you passionate about helping every student reach their full potential?

Heartland AEA is seeking a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team for the 2026–27 school year.

Heartland AEA supports 57 public school districts, 44 accredited nonpublic schools, and 2 charter schools across central Iowa.

This full-time position working a 192-day contract would be based out of our Newton office serving Newton (part of Berg Middle School and grades 5-8 at Newton Christian) and Prairie City Monroe (birth to 21) school districts.

What You’ll Do

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  Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary team members to support students’ communication needs.

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  Conduct speech-language assessments that are relevant to the presenting concern and meaningful within educational and home contexts.

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  Plan, implement, and monitor evidence-based interventions using a variety of service delivery models.

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  Support the generalization of communication skills across settings through collaboration and consultation.

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  Why Join Us?

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  Meaningful, student-centered work

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  A collaborative, multidisciplinary team structure

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  Extensive professional learning opportunities

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  Two-year onboarding and induction process

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  Opportunities to pursue various career paths within the Agency

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  Full-time employees with benefits

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  192-day working contract

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What We’re Looking For

Licensure:

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• Appropriately licensed/certified by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners
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Education:

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  Master’s degree in speech pathology or communications disorders from a recognized training institution or qualified by a Statement of Professional Recognition

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  Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred

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