Speech-Language Pathologist - SY25-26 - District Wide

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the 2025-2026 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. 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; Discretionary Leave; District issued laptop and / or tablet; paid Professional Development Opportunities & possible teacher student loan forgiveness.

APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS:

Cover Letter

District Online Employment Application

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 https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

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, Fort Smith, 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 2024-25  $36,949.25 – $62,034.04 DOE. (SY2025-26 certified salary in contract negotiation)

Credit on the salary schedule will be given for up to nine (9) years contracted teaching experience. A bonus of $1,500.00 will be added to the contracted amount for those teachers who hold an MA degree.

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 12^th grade, with approximately 1,700 students. The student body is 84% Native American.

Our Schools:

Crow Agency Public School – Early Childhood-Grade 5

Fort Smith Elementary School – Grades K-5

Hardin Kindergarten Readiness Center – Early Childhood

Hardin Primary School – Grades K-2

Hardin Intermediate School – Grades 3-5

Hardin Middle School – Grades 6-8

Hardin High School – Grades 9-12

The Hardin 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.

Check out our District’s YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fQL74r7pl4

Our website is  https://www.hardin.k12.mt.us/

To apply for this position, go to https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete online applications will be considered

School Districts 17H & 1 are an equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $36,949 - $62,034