SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (Tempoary)

Durham District School Board; Whitby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Speech and Language Pathologist to join their dedicated team for a temporary 16-month contract. This role involves assessing students with communication needs, collaborating with educators, and delivering targeted interventions. You will have the opportunity to design workshops, engage with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to a supportive learning environment for over 80,000 students. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and possess a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and inspire future generations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology or equivalent; current CASLPO registration.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized assessments and share findings with caregivers.
• Collaborate with school teams to support educational planning.
• Document and maintain confidential records per standards.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (Temporary)

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This is a 16-month contract position.

Job Details

Reports to: Senior Manager and Clinical Lead - Speech, Language and Hearing Services.

Uses specialized knowledge to identify barriers for students with communication and language needs. Collaborates with educators, provides intervention coaching, and works as part of a multidisciplinary team assessing, consulting, and programming for students with communication delays and disorders, including complex needs. Designs and delivers workshops for parents and staff, participates in meetings, and provides student-specific programming for home and classroom.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assess students and interpret results: Provide individualized assessments using developmentally appropriate and culturally responsive measures. Share findings with caregivers and staff using a strengths-based approach.
2. Plan, organize, and implement interventions: Collaborate with school teams to support educational planning. Deliver targeted interventions, model strategies, and coach educators to support student growth.
3. Document and collect data: Complete reports promptly, maintain confidential records per standards.
4. Instruct and guide: Model communication strategies for educators and parents. Develop and deliver workshops and presentations.
5. Acquire knowledge: Engage in professional development to stay current with evidence-based practices.
6. Collaborate with outside agencies: Liaise with community services and refer students as needed.
7. Other duties: As assigned by the Manager of Speech Language Services.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology or equivalent; current CASLPO registration.
• Knowledge of evidence-based clinical practices, CASLPO standards, and policies.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders.

Additional Requirements

• Valid Ontario driver’s license; ability to travel within DDSB.
• Experience in pediatric clinical/educational settings preferred.

Equity and Inclusion

The DDSB promotes an inclusive environment and encourages diverse applications. Accommodations are available during the application process.

Join Our Team

At DDSB, we inspire over 80,000 students. We value collaboration, innovation, and your contributions. Bring your talents and grow with us to make a difference in students’ lives.