1264 Speech-Language Pathologists (Part-time, 2-3 days per week)

nwaea; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Area Education Agency (NWAEA) seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to support learners birth to 21 with communication needs in Sioux City and surrounding areas. The SLP will provide direct services, consult with teachers and families, and collaborate on MTSS-based interventions to improve speech, language, and social communication.

This role emphasizes assessment, IEP/IFSP development, FERPA/ HIPAA compliance, and staff training.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Iowa BoEE B-21 Speech‑Language Pathologist license or Iowa DoPH license with SPR.
• ASHA CCCs encouraged but not required.

Responsibilities

• Consultation, collaboration, and coaching with school staff, families, and community partners.
• Develop and evaluate MTSS-aligned intervention strategies.
• Provide direct instruction or consultative support for speech and language disorders.
• Utilize data collection to monitor progress and effectiveness of interventions.
• Support data analysis for academic and behavioral improvements in special education.

Skills

Assessment & Data-Driven Decisions

Intervention Design

Cultural Competence

Technology Integration

Collaboration & Teamwork

Documentation & Communication

Time Management

Education

Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology

Job description

Location: Sioux City and surrounding area, Sioux Center area.

Job Summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides comprehensive services to learners aged birth to 21 with communication needs impacting their education and social interactions. The SLP partners with educators, families, and communities, delivering direct services, consultation, coaching, and training. Speech-language pathologists assess speech and language comprehension and production to determine a child’s communication skills and provide intervention strategies and services related to speech and language development as well as disorders of language, voice, articulation and fluency. Working within the agency's educational framework, the speech-language pathologist fosters positive learning environments, ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines, and enhances the overall success of learners B-21.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Licensure:
  • Iowa Bureau of Educational Examiners (Iowa BoEE) B-21 Speech‑Language Pathologist license or
  • Iowa Department of Public Health Speech‑Language Pathologist license and an Iowa BoEE Statement of Professional Recognition (SPR).
• Experience:
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA CCCs) is encouraged; however, not required.

Essential Functions

1. Consultation, Collaboration, and Coaching:
   1. Serve as a liaison among AEA team members, school staff, families, and community organizations to enhance learner outcomes.
   2. Collaborate with school teams to develop and evaluate intervention strategies within the Multi‑Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
   3. Provide consultation to staff on communication development and the impact of communication disorders on learning and social‑emotional development.
2. Assessment and Intervention:
   1. Complete comprehensive evaluations to determine eligibility for Early ACCESS or special education services and develop Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) or Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
   2. Provide direct instruction or consultative support to improve speech sound disorders.
   3. Provide direct instruction or consultative support to improve expressive and receptive language disorders (e.g., increasing words spoken, ability to ask and answer questions, ability to communicate wants, needs and experiences).
   4. Utilize research‑based practices to create and implement individualized instruction and monitor effectiveness through data collection.
3. Instructional Support:
   1. Use data to inform instructional strategies, measure progress, and refine interventions.
   2. Support school teams in collecting and analyzing data for academic and behavioral improvement in special education.
   3. Identify need and train district and school staff on the use and coordination of communication assistive technology (e.g., AAC device with speech output, core board).
4. Compliance and Documentation:
   1. Ensure confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
   2. Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments, interventions, and progress monitoring in compliance with state, federal, and agency policies.
   3. Participate actively in eligibility meetings, IEP meetings, and reevaluations to support data‑based decision‑making and goal alignment.
   4. Utilize consistent organization and workload planning to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
   5. Effectively prioritize tasks and manage workload to meet deadlines and progress monitor learner goals within established timelines.
   6. Implement and maintain systematic progress monitoring procedures, accurately collecting data, and generating timely reports.
5. Professional Development:
   1. Participate in internal and external (as directed) professional learning activities to stay current with trends and evidence‑based practices.

Additional Responsibilities

1. Advocate for learners with disabilities and promote inclusive practices.
2. Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall goals and objectives of the department, ensuring flexibility and adaptability in response to changing needs and priorities.
3. May include the need to direct/inform speech‑language pathology assistants/paraprofessionals.

Skills and Abilities

1. Assessment and Data‑Driven Decision Making
2. Intervention Design and Implementation
3. Cultural Competence and Sensitivity
4. Technology Integration
5. Collaboration and Teamwork
6. Communication Skills and Documentation
7. Time Management

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For internal candidates, if you are interested in these positions, contact Jerome Schaefer.

It is the policy of Northwest Area Education Agency not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact Jerome Schaefer, Equity Coordinator, 5800 Discovery Blvd., Sioux City, Iowa, 51111, 712-222-6114.