100% Temporary Communicative Disorders Assistant

Wellington Catholic District School Board; Victoriaville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Communicative Disorders Assistant to provide essential support to students with communication needs. This role involves creating communication aids, assisting in speech and language programs, and collaborating with Speech-Language Pathologists. The ideal candidate will have a CDA qualification, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently while traveling to various schools. Join a team committed to enhancing the educational experience for all students and making a meaningful impact in their lives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized CDA program required.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide AAC support and create communication aids for students.
• Assist SLPs with in-class modeling and support.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Judgment and decision-making

Computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Education

Graduate of a Communicative Disorders Assistant program

Tools

Proloquo2go

Assistive listening equipment (FM systems)

Job description

The Wellington Catholic DSB is committed to equity for all students and staff, and to delivering the highest quality education through a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodation in the hiring process to support applicants with disabilities. Please see the job opportunities page on our website for more details.

Job Posting 25-081

100% Temporary Communicative Disorders Assistant

Location: Itinerant

Start Date: September 2, 2025

End Date: June 26, 2026

Note this position is not scheduled during March Break, Christmas Break, and Summer

Salary Range: Step 1: $209.95/day - Step 6: $286.53/day + 4% vacation pay

Schedule: 34.5 hours per week

(Between the hours of Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.)

The CDA reports to the Superintendent of Student Achievement and works under the direction and clinical supervision of Wellington Catholic District School Board employed Speech-Language Pathologists.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) support for students; create low-tech communication aids; set up and program high tech voice output devices; assist with the training of students, teachers, Early Childhood Educators and Educational Assistants in the use of the devices
• Assist Speech and Language Pathologists (SLP) in providing in-class modeling and support in the use of oral language and phonological awareness activities
• Implement individual and group communication, speech and language programs for eligible students; prepare lesson plans, activities and materials; document student performance
• Other assigned duties as provided by the Speech and Language Pathologist

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) program from a recognized college
• Good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Training and experience related to:
• Child development and childhood exceptionalities, specific articulation and language development, speech and language disorders, treatments and interventions used
• Set up and use of augmentative communication systems and technology (e.g. Proloquo2go)
• Assistive listening equipment (FM systems)
• Excellent oral and written skills
• Evidence of effective customer service, organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgement and decision-making skills
• Able to work independently in carrying out communication screens, hearing screens and given therapy programs
• Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with minimal supervision
• This position involves travel to schools within the Board, and therefore the successful candidate must have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver's license.

Wellington Catholic District School Board requires all candidates to apply through Apply to Education. Please click HERE for a direct link.

POSTING DATE: Friday, May 9th, 2025

CLOSING DATE: Thursday, May 15th, 2025, at 4:00 PM

(If posting is still active, position has not be officially filled, and applications are still being accepted)

Successful external candidates will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment. Please note that the CRC must be dated within 6 months of the date of acceptance of employment, and in most cases must include a Vulnerable Sector Screening.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Wellington Catholic District School Board, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes.