Early Childhood Speech Language Pathologist

Rcec610; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

District paid health insurance contribution

Professional development opportunities

KPERS retirement benefit

Tuition reimbursement for qualified applicants

Job summary

The Reno County Education Cooperative is seeking full and part-time Speech Language Pathologists for the 2026-2027 school year in Hutchinson, Kansas. The role involves assessing communication skills, developing IEPs, and providing therapy to support students with communication disorders.

The ideal candidates must hold a valid license from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services. Benefits include health insurance contributions, professional development opportunities, and a competitive salary with an annual stipend.

Qualifications

• Valid Kansas license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Experience working with children with communication disorders.
• Ability to develop and implement IEPs.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' communication skills to identify disorders.
• Develop individual education plans and interventions.
• Provide speech and language therapy to students.

Skills

Speech Language Assessment

Collaboration with educators

IEP Development

Therapy Techniques

Record Keeping

Education

Valid license or eligibility for license from Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services

Job description

Early Childhood Speech Language Pathologist

The Reno County Education Cooperative has openings for full and part-time speech language pathologists for the 2026-2027 school year. We have part-time and full time positions available in the Infant/Toddler Birth-2 and Preschool programs. This position follows a school schedule.

The speech language pathologist supports the instructional program with specific responsibilities for identifying students with communication disorders; planning and implementing appropriate individual education plans to minimize adverse impact on student success; and recommending direct and indirect services.

The speech language pathologist performs the following essential job functions:

1. Assesses students' communication skills (e.g. articulation, fluency, voice, expressive and receptive language, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility, and developing recommendations for treatment.
2. Collaborates with a variety of groups and individuals (e.g. parents, teachers, physicians, administration, team members, other professionals, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues, and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
3. Coordinates meetings and processes for eligible students (e.g. testing and screening, IEPs, parent conferences, pre-referral staffing, etc.) for the purpose of presenting evaluation results, developing treatment plans, and providing training to parents, students, and staff.
4. Develops individual educational plans, interventions, and educational materials for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of communication disorders in compliance with regulatory requirements.
5. Interprets medical reports within the scope of the speech language pathologist's experience for the purpose of providing information and ensuring that treatment and intervention plans are appropriate.
6. Maintains files and records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports, screening results, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and compliance.
7. Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEPs, team meetings, general education intervention meetings, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information.
8. Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. activity logs, correspondence, memos, educational plans, Medicaid billings, reports, required documentation, progress reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and conveying information.
9. Provides speech and language therapy to students for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of speech and language disorders on student success.
10. Provides itinerant services at multiple work sites for the purpose of providing therapy and assistance as required.
11. Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and therapy techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' needs.
12. Responds to inquiries (e.g. parents, teachers, staff, students, etc.) for the purpose of resolving problems, providing information, and/or referring to appropriate personnel.
13. Schedules student speech language therapy intervention sessions for the purpose of directing services in an efficient and timely manner.
14. Supervises paras and/or speech assistants for the purpose of monitoring performance and supporting the overall objectives of the instructional program to impact student success.
15. Transports supplies and equipment to a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.

Applicants for this position must hold a valid license or be eligible for a license from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services.

Application process: Complete the online application through Educate Kansas.

A more complete job description for the position is available upon request.

Benefits Information

District paid health insurance contribution. Professional development opportunities. KPERS retirement benefit. Section 125 plan which includes optional insurances and flexible spending.

Salary Information

Salary Placement on the salary schedule based on education and years of experience. Annual $8,000 stipend.

Employer Information

Reno County Education Cooperative (RCEC) is a progressive, team oriented interlocal providing special education services to students in the school districts of Buhler, Nickerson-South Hutchinson, Haven, Fairfield and Pretty Prairie. The RCEC office is located in Hutchinson, Kansas which is in the south-central part of the state. RCEC serves students from birth to 21 by providing both direct and indirect educational services. RCEC offers a continuum of educational services and partners with other school districts for early childhood programming and alternative education. RCEC employs over 250 licensed staff and paraeducators. RCEC offers competitive salaries and health benefits, tuition reimbursement for qualified applicants, and district-sponsored professional development.

2500 East 30th Avenue
Hutchinson, KS 67502