Speech Language Pathologist

Fort McMurray Catholic Schools; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their team. This full-time role involves delivering essential speech and language services to young students, ensuring they thrive in an inclusive learning environment. The successful candidate will assess and address speech and language needs, collaborate with educators, and support the community in fostering effective communication skills. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and enhancing their educational experience, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team dedicated to student success and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and registration with ACSLPA required.
• Experience in speech and language therapy is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language services to students in grades EEP - 6.
• Collaborate with the school team and develop individualized programs.

Skills

Speech and Language Assessment

Collaboration Skills

Therapeutic Techniques

Education

Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology

Registered with ACSLPA

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Position: Speech Language Pathologist

Location: Various Elementary Schools

Hours/Week: 30-40 Hours per week

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date: Open until filled

Fort McMurray Catholic Schools requires a full-time Speech Language Pathologist. This job involves providing speech and language services to grades EEP - 6 students within an inclusive educational environment.

The primary responsibilities will focus on addressing and identifying speech and language needs, using assessment tools, which have been impacting the students' performance in an early learning setting. Collaborating and communicating with both the school team and multi-disciplinary team is essential. Involvement in building capacity with teachers, other educational staff, and through parents and family is the primary responsibility within a school environment.

Job Qualifications

• Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
• Registered and in good standing with ACSLPA
• Two or more years of experience would be considered an asset

Job Responsibilities and Activities

• Multi-disciplinary team participation and individual program development (IPP/ISP)
• Administrate, score, and interpret standardized speech and language assessments
• Conduct speech and language therapy within the context of typical classroom activities
• Direct and assist students in performing daily classroom routines
• Participate in Individual Program Planning (IPP) and collaborate to develop and model broad-based strategies that focus on integration of Speech and Language development within the daily functioning of classroom/school environments
• Professional Development focused on supporting staff development and increasing knowledge for Division
• Model inclusive, broad-based strategies for Teachers, Facilitators, Parents, and EAs in the classroom
• Monitor children's progress and advise on strategies for assessing students' achievement of curricular outcomes in grades 1-6
• Assist and provide support to the team in the identification of children who qualify for Program Unit Funding
• Develop/extend partnerships with the Municipality of Wood Buffalo and the Community and connect SLP programming and resources

The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Reference Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check. FMCSD will contact past and present employers for references. All FMCSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, Internet, and MS Office.

Only those applications considered for interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider
• Education