1270 Speech-Language Pathologist Telepractice
- Northwest Area Education Agency Sioux City
- Sioux City, Iowa
- Full Time
1270 Speech-Language Pathologist Telepractice
TeachIowa
Northwest Area Education Agency - Sioux City, Iowa
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Job Details
Job ID:5710023
Application Deadline:Aug 01, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)
Posted:Yesterday
Starting Date:Jul 13, 2026
Job Description
Job Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist Telepractice (SLP-TP) provides comprehensive services via a telepractice modality to learners aged birth to 21 with communication needs impacting their education and social interactions. The SLP-TP partners with educators, families, speech-language assistants, 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
Consultation, Collaboration, and Coaching:
Serve as a liaison among AEA team members, school staff, families, and community organizations to enhance learner outcomes.
Collaborate with school teams to develop and evaluate intervention strategies within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
Provide consultation to staff on communication development and the impact of communication disorders on learning and social-emotional development.
Assessment and Intervention
Complete comprehensive evaluations to determine eligibility for Early ACCESS or special education services and develop Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) or Individualized Education Program (IEPs).
Providing direct instruction or consultative support to improve speech sound disorders
Providing 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)
Utilize research-based practices to create and implement individualized instruction and monitor effectiveness through data collection.
Instructional Support
Use data to inform instructional strategies, measure progress, and refine interventions.
Support school teams in collecting and analyzing data for academic and behavioral improvement in special education.
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).
Compliance and Documentation
Ensure confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments, interventions, and progress monitoring in compliance with state, federal, and agency policies.
Participate actively in eligibility meetings, IEP meetings, and reevaluations to support data-based decision-making and goal alignment.
Utilize consistent organization and workload planning to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
Effectively prioritize tasks and manage workload to meet deadlines and progress monitor learner goals within established timelines.
Implement and maintain systematic progress monitoring procedures, accurately collecting data, and generating timely reports.
Professional Development
Participate in internal and external (as directed) professional learning activities to stay current with trends and evidence-based practices
Maintain professional skills and professional learning related to providing virtual speech-language services.
Collaboration with Telepractice Facilitator
To ensure seamless therapy sessions
To aid in the preparation of materials
To make adjustments to technology or other facets of the delivery of service virtually
Additional Responsibilities
Advocate for learners with disabilities and promote inclusive practices
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
May include the need to direct/inform speech-language pathology assistants/paraprofessionals
Skills and Abilities
Assessment and data-driven decision making
Intervention design and implementation within a virtual environment
Cultural competence and sensitivity
Technology integration, including enhanced skills related to providing virtual services
Collaboration and teamwork
Communication skills and documentation
Time Management
Position Type:Full-time
TeachIowa
Northwest Area Education Agency - Sioux City, Iowa
This job is also posted in TeachIowa, Iowa's Marketplace for education jobs
Job Details
Job ID:5710023
Application Deadline:Aug 01, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)
Posted:Yesterday
Starting Date:Jul 13, 2026
Job Description
Job Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist Telepractice (SLP-TP) provides comprehensive services via a telepractice modality to learners aged birth to 21 with communication needs impacting their education and social interactions. The SLP-TP partners with educators, families, speech-language assistants, 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
Consultation, Collaboration, and Coaching:
Serve as a liaison among AEA team members, school staff, families, and community organizations to enhance learner outcomes.
Collaborate with school teams to develop and evaluate intervention strategies within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
Provide consultation to staff on communication development and the impact of communication disorders on learning and social-emotional development.
Assessment and Intervention
Complete comprehensive evaluations to determine eligibility for Early ACCESS or special education services and develop Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) or Individualized Education Program (IEPs).
Providing direct instruction or consultative support to improve speech sound disorders
Providing 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)
Utilize research-based practices to create and implement individualized instruction and monitor effectiveness through data collection.
Instructional Support
Use data to inform instructional strategies, measure progress, and refine interventions.
Support school teams in collecting and analyzing data for academic and behavioral improvement in special education.
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).
Compliance and Documentation
Ensure confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA regulations.
Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments, interventions, and progress monitoring in compliance with state, federal, and agency policies.
Participate actively in eligibility meetings, IEP meetings, and reevaluations to support data-based decision-making and goal alignment.
Utilize consistent organization and workload planning to ensure efficient use of time and resources.
Effectively prioritize tasks and manage workload to meet deadlines and progress monitor learner goals within established timelines.
Implement and maintain systematic progress monitoring procedures, accurately collecting data, and generating timely reports.
Professional Development
Participate in internal and external (as directed) professional learning activities to stay current with trends and evidence-based practices
Maintain professional skills and professional learning related to providing virtual speech-language services.
Collaboration with Telepractice Facilitator
To ensure seamless therapy sessions
To aid in the preparation of materials
To make adjustments to technology or other facets of the delivery of service virtually
Additional Responsibilities
Advocate for learners with disabilities and promote inclusive practices
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
May include the need to direct/inform speech-language pathology assistants/paraprofessionals
Skills and Abilities
Assessment and data-driven decision making
Intervention design and implementation within a virtual environment
Cultural competence and sensitivity
Technology integration, including enhanced skills related to providing virtual services
Collaboration and teamwork
Communication skills and documentation
Time Management
Position Type:Full-time
Job ID: 521004669
Originally Posted on: 5/13/2026