CUPE - Speech Language Pathologist - (Temp 2) - Education Centre - 35 hrs (See below for details)

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school board in Ontario is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist. This temporary, 10-month role involves assessing and offering consultation services to enhance language learning for students with speech difficulties. Candidates should hold a master's degree in the field and have relevant experience. The position offers a salary range between $49.78 to $55.31 per hour and is a unionized role under CUPE Local 5555.

Benefits

OMERS pension and benefits

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Must have one to three years of recent experience.
• Valid driver’s license and use of own vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and consultation support for students with communication difficulties.
• Consult with school teams regarding speech-language programming resources.
• Support development of Individual Education Plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player with ability to work independently

Experience with school-aged populations

Commitment to service excellence

Education

Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology

Registered member of CASLPO

Tools

Specialized Equipment for AAC

Job description

Overview

The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) invites applications for a Speech Language Pathologist (Temporary, 10 months) located at Education Centre. This 35-hour/week position offers a salary of $49.78 to $55.31 per hour (Pay Band 13-MV2). Start date is TBD. Posting closing date: August 14, 2025 at 4:00 pm.

Who We Are

The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board serves approximately 35,000 students in 87 schools across southeastern Ontario, spanning rural and urban communities. The Board acknowledges the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg and the Indigenous communities Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation, and Hiawatha First Nation. We are committed to student achievement and a mission to educate students to excel in learning, succeed in life, and enrich our communities. We offer OMERS pension and benefits on start date, with a commitment to ongoing learning and a positive work environment.

Position purpose

The Speech Language Pathologist assesses, provides intervention programming, and offers consultation services for students with speech, oral and written language and communication difficulties to enhance language learning through the curriculum. This position reports to the Vice-Principal of Special Education Services. Note: This is a unionized position under CUPE Local 5555.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Masters degree or equivalent in Speech Language Pathology
• One (1) to three (3) years of recent experience
• Must be a registered member of CASLPO
• Valid driver’s license and use of own vehicle

Specialized Skills:

• Maintain professional development as per college requirements
• Experience working in a multi-focus team environment and supervising CDAs
• Experience with school-aged populations with communication needs is an asset
• Experience with augmentative and alternative communication is an asset
• Strong communication skills
• Commitment to service excellence

Main Responsibilities

• Provide formal and informal assessment and consultation support for students with communication difficulties (speaking, listening, reading, and/or writing)
• Provide formal and informal language assessments, consultation for Complex Communication Needs, Speech Assessments, and Mild Speech Home Programming Support
• Recommend and provide follow-up consultation for Specialized Equipment through SEA funding (reading, writing, AAC needs)
• Share assessment results, recommendations, and program modifications with staff, parents, and professionals
• Consult with school teams, Professional Services, and parents regarding speech-language programming resources, accommodations and modifications
• Provide Tier 1 (whole classroom), Tier 2 (targeted small group), and Tier 3 (individual) support
• Act as a resource to the Multi-Focus Team to support student needs through consultation
• Support development of Individual Education Plans
• Supervise Communicative Disorders Assistants who support staff with interventions and SEA equipment for AAC
• Refer to community services and assist in transitions from Preschool Services
• Provide Professional Development workshops and board-wide resources to meet identified needs
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Officer of Mental Health and Professional Services and as required for college certification

Working Conditions

• School office environment; deadlines and some pressure
• Occasional dealing with difficult individuals
• Moderate lifting under 5 kg and some travel
• Concentration and attention to detail required

Expected Competencies

• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Meets productivity standards and maintains quality of work
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Demonstrates responsibility, accountability, and integrity
• Maintains organized records and uses resources efficiently
• Strong time management and prioritization
• Supports system goals related to student achievement and organizational values

Security and Accessibility

A police records check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Pardoned Sexual Offenders Database Search dated within 6 months prior to hire is required. Candidates may experience delays in obtaining the check; please begin the process early.

How to Apply

Submit a cover letter and resume through Apply to Education (ATE) by the closing date. For questions, contact the board. We will only contact candidates selected to move forward in the process.

Our Commitment

KPRDSB values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous peoples, other marginalized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ communities. We are committed to barrier-free recruitment under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If accommodation is needed at any recruitment stage, please indicate this when contacted. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information is available in our Careers section.