Communicative Disorders Assistant

St. Clair Catholic District School Board; Wallaceburg; On-site; CAD 42,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Ontario is hiring a Communicative Disorders Assistant to support students with communication needs. The role involves conducting therapy sessions under the guidance of a Speech-Language Pathologist and requires relevant qualifications and strong interpersonal skills. Join a committed team focused on inclusive education and make an impactful difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Degree in linguistics, DSW, or ECE required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.
• Familiarity with child language and ACC devices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy sessions based on goals set by Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Implement programs for students in various schools.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of ACC devices

Child language knowledge

Education

Undergraduate degree/diploma in related field

Ontario College graduate certificate in Communicative Disorders Assistant

Job description

Hiring the Position of Communicative Disorders Assistant

Position: Communicative Disorder Assistant (1-2 positions)

Union/Association: APSSP

Date Posted: June 20, 2025

Closing Date: June 25, 2025, 4:00 p.m.

Employment Status: Temporary, Part-Time/Full-Time (depending on FTE)

Work Hours Schedule: 35 hours per week (Flexible)

Location: Serving Sarnia-Lambton & Chatham-Kent Schools

Pay Rate: $41,534.13 (based on 35hrs/wk)

Start Date: September 2, 2025

End Date: June 26, 2026

• Interview Date will occur on Thursday, June 26, 2025
  
  

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Principal - Special Education, the individual will:

• The Communicative Disorder Assistant will provide therapy sessions to individual students and/or small groups, based on goals outlined by the Speech-Language Pathologist.
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• An undergraduate degree/diploma in a related field (e.g. linguistics, DSW, ECE) and an Ontario College graduate certificate in Communicative Disorders Assistant from an approved college is required;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Good written and verbal communication skills;
• Superior organizational skills to implement programs for students in various schools;
• The ability to work independently and as a part of a team;
• Tact, diplomacy and the need to maintain confidentiality;
• Travel will be required throughout the district;
• Knowledge of low tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication (ACC) devices would be an asset;
• Ability to use incidental teaching moments in therapy sessions;
• Strong knowledge of child language, articulation and phonological awareness would be an asset.
  
  

Accommodation

The St. Clair Catholic District School Board is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of the applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process; see Accessibility Standards for Customer Service Policy ( ).

Please advise the Human Resource Services Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Thank You

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Background Check as a condition of employment.