Speech Language Pathologist - District Wide SY26-27 - Hardin - Hardin Public Schools

Description

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the school year:
Speech-Language Pathologist - District Wide
Applicant must have a Master's degree in speech and language pathology and a Speech-Language Pathologist license or be able to obtain certification within 60 days of assuming contracted duties


Benefit package includes:
Health & Dental Insurance - District pays 80% of the Monthly Premium for All Levels of Coverage (i.e. Single, Two Party, Participant + Children, and Family); Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care Expenses; District Retirement program; Sick & Vacation Leave; District issued laptop and / or tablet; paid Professional Development Opportunities. Duties begin in August 2026.

APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS:
District Online Employment Application
Cover Letter
Resume
Up-to-Date Transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application process)
Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation
Complete application and submit documentation listed above online at
Only complete online applications will be considered

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION PACKET:
Open Until Filled
SCHOOL DISTRICTS 17H & 1


POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:
Speech-Language Pathologist


FACILITY:
District Wide-Affiliated Buildings-Crow Agency, Hardin


DEPARTMENT:
Special Education


REPORTS TO:
Director, Special Education

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Public school Speech-Language Pathologists are communication specialists who work with both the general education and special education population with language handicaps, articulation deficits, dysfluencies and voice disorders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serves as a resource to school staff members in the development of a balanced program for oral communication and speech improvement
Assists and guides teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairments
Provides a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech, voice, and language impairments
Provides screening to identify speech handicapped children at regular intervals and at specified levels
Assists in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community
Provides appropriate individualized programs of therapy to meet individual students' needs and correct existing speech or language handicaps
Collaborates with classroom teachers and other school staff members to implement therapy by suggestions for the student's daily activities
Provides information, support, and counseling to parents and families when appropriate
Only minimum duties and responsibilities are listed. Other duties and responsibilities may be required as given or assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION:
Master's degree in speech and language pathology
Speech-Language Pathologist license

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulation;
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, parents, and the general public
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and school community
Ability to be flexible in scheduling and planning
Ability to effectively use technology in the instructional/learning process
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to handle stressful situations
Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student matters
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Board policies

EQUIPMENT USED:
General school / office equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, occasionally walk and stand. Will carry equipment and objects. The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Will travel from building to other sites.

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are usually available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.

The physical demands and work-environment characteristics described within this position description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The information in the position description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

Employee may perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the School District.

Compensation:
Salary Range SY26-27 $62,212 -$75,899
Credit on the salary schedule will be given for up to eleven (11) years contracted school experience.

School Districts 17H & 1:
Our Districts have strong academic programs utilizing a variety of techniques for our students. There are programs for special education students and vocational students. There are a variety of music, drama, art, and sports opportunities for students of all ages. We are a Class A district, early childhood through 12th grade, with approximately 1,700 students. The student body is 84% Native American.

Our Schools:
Crow Agency Public School - Early Childhood-Grade 5
Hardin Primary School - Early Childhood - Grade 2
Hardin Intermediate School - Grades 3-5
Hardin Middle School - Grades 6-8
Hardin High School - Grades 9-12
Big Horn Academy - Grades 9-12

Community:
Big Horn County, Montana is rich in history, culture and time-honored traditions. It Includes the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Reservations. Hardin (county seat) is situated on the banks of the Bighorn River and the edge of the Crow Reservation. The town is surrounded by productive farms and ranches. Coal mining has also contributed greatly to the local economy. Hardin, is located 46 miles southeast of Billings (largest city in the State) by way of Interstate 90.

The Big Horn County Museum, Little Big Horn Battlefield and Chief Plenty Coups State Park provide interesting and important history of the area.

The scenic Big Horn, Pryor and Wolf Mountain ranges are part of the Big Horn County landscape. Yellowtail Dam offers a majestic view of the water below. The spectacular Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area is host to water sports. This area of Big Sky Country also offers fishing, hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, camping, etc. for the outdoor enthusiast.

Annual events in Big Horn County include:
Little Big Horn Days, Native Days, Crow Fair, 4H County Fair, rodeos.
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School Districts 17H & 1 are an equal Opportunity Employer