Speech-Language Pathologist
Full-Time | 2026–27 School Year | 192-Day Contract
(Office location and district assignments to be determined)

Are you passionate about helping every student reach their full potential?
Heartland AEA is seeking dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists 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. Our service area includes the Des Moines metro and surrounding communities, serving more than 150,000 students.

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

• Full-time employees with benefits

• 192-day working contract