About this role
Speech-Language Pathologist Part-Time | 2026–27 School Year | 96-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 part-time position working a 96-day contract would be based out of our Ankeny office serving the Ankeny school district. What You'll Do
• Collaborate with educators, families, and multidisciplinary team members to support students' communication needs.
• Conduct speech-language assessments that are relevant to the presenting concern and meaningful within educational and home contexts.
• Plan, implement, and monitor evidence-based interventions using a variety of service delivery models.
• Support the generalization of communication skills across settings through collaboration and consultation.
Why Join Us?
• Meaningful, student-centered work
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary team structure
• Extensive professional learning opportunities
• Two-year onboarding and induction process
• Opportunities to pursue various career paths within the Agency
• 96-day working contract
What We're Looking For Licensure:
• Appropriately licensed/certified by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners through the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners
Education:
• Master's degree in speech pathology or communications disorders from a recognized training institution or qualified by a Statement of Professional Recognition
• Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred
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