Speech Language Pathologist

Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Victoria; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

Sooke School District No. 62 in British Columbia invites applications for a permanent full-time Speech Language Pathologist.

The role provides assessment, intervention, and planning for school-aged students with speech-language delays and works itinerantly across schools with a focus on complex communicators and AAC. Reporting to Inclusive Education Services, the SLP collaborates with school teams, families, and stakeholders, travels district-wide, and operates within MTSS and BC policies.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology is required.
• Active membership in the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC; conditional registration supported.
• Demonstrated ability to provide in-services on inclusive education topics to stakeholders.
• Experience with complex communicators including AAC systems.
• Knowledge of BC Ministry of Education Inclusive Education Policies and Procedures.
• Valid BC Driver’s License and vehicle for district-wide travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, intervention, consultation and planning services for school-aged students with speech-language delays.
• Work itinerantly to support schools, school teams, students and families.
• Collaborate with the AAC team and stakeholders to support complex communicators.
• Engage in MTSS-based approaches to student support.
• Travel throughout the district as required.

Skills

Personal Excellence

Critical Thinking

Creativity

Relationships

Growth Mindset

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

Active Membership in the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC

Job description

Sooke School District #62

Adjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, Sooke School District is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in British Columbia. With a commitment to transformational growth and operational excellence, our vibrant workplace culture reflects the dynamic communities where we live, work, and play. SD62 serves five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands and is on the traditional territories of the T’Sou-ke Nation, SĆI ȺNEW (Beecher Bay) Nation, and the Nuu‑chah‑nulth: Paaʔčiidʔatḥ (Pacheedaht) Nation. Some of our schools are located on the traditional territory of the MÁLEXEŁ (Malahat) Nation, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples of Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. The district is a major employer in our region, with over 2,300 educators and support staff serving more than 14,000 students. The Board of Education has developed a future-oriented Strategic Plan that focuses on three priority areas: Learning, Engagement, and Growth.

Speech Language Pathologist

Permanent/Full-time

Reporting to the District Principal/Vice Principal, Inclusive Education Services, the Speech Language Pathologist provides assessment, intervention, consultation, and planning services for school-aged students who have been identified as having speech-language and communication delays and disorders. Multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) are employed with a primary focus on the elementary school population. The Speech Language Pathologist is an itinerant position and works to support schools, school teams, students, and their families. The Speech Language Pathologist works collaboratively, and with the mentorship of the current Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) team. An interest in working with complex communicators and AAC is considered an asset.

As an ideal candidate, you:

• Strives for Personal Excellence
• Think Critically and Creatively
• Builds Relationships
• Practices a Growth Mindset
• Effectively Communicate and Collaborate
• Fosters Interconnectedness

And have the required education and experience noted below:

• Minimum requirement of a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Active Membership in the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC. We will support applicants who have a conditional registration until full registration is completed.
• Demonstrated ability to provide in-services on a variety of topics in line with the principles of Inclusive Education with various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience with complex communicators including those who may use Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems and support.
• Knowledge of the BC Ministry of Education Inclusive Education Policies and Procedures.
• A valid BC Driver’s License and vehicle as travel throughout the district is required.

For a copy of the full job description, please email Dawn Israel, Human Resources Consultant at [e-mail].

The salary range for this full-time position is $106,060 to $116,190 per annum. Initial placement within the range is based on related education and experience. Sooke School District offers a competitive benefits package and pension plan.

The deadline for submissions is noon, 12:00 pm, on Monday, October 19, 2026.

School District No. 62 (Sooke) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment. Our educational environments are welcoming and safe. Our staff and students value and appreciate our differences.