Speech-Language Pathology Therapy Assistant

St. Clement's School; Town of St. Paul; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school division is looking for a Speech-Language Pathology Therapy Assistant to provide effective speech and language therapy services. This is a full-time, 10-month position starting August 27, 2025. Ideal candidates should have a diploma in Rehabilitation Therapy and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with an educational team and facilitating services for students.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Qualifications

• Completion of a diploma from an accredited post-secondary Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program.
• Knowledge of speech and language milestones for children.
• Experience working as a multi-disciplinary therapy assistant is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide universal, targeted, and individualized support and services.
• Collaborate with the Inclusive Education support team.
• Administer screening protocols including hearing screenings.
• Facilitate small group and individual services to students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time-management skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Proficiency with technology

Education

Diploma from an accredited post-secondary Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Speech‑Language Pathology Therapy Assistant

Required for St. Paul Education

St. Paul Education invites applications from qualified individuals for the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) position. The SLPA will provide effective Speech and Language Therapy services to students in our schools by working collaboratively with the Inclusive Education team, educational staff, and families. Reporting to the Director of Inclusive Education and Early Learning and working under the direction of the Speech Language Pathologist, the SLPA will support and promote the success of all students as part of a multidisciplinary team across the school division. This is a full‑time, 10‑month position offering a comprehensive benefits plan. This position commences on August 27, 2025.

Applicant Preferences

• Completion of a diploma from an accredited post‑secondary Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant program.
• Knowledge of speech and language milestones for children.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of documentation procedures and proficiency with technology.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience working as a multi‑disciplinary therapy assistant is an asset.

Duties of the Speech‑Language Pathologist Assistant will include

• Provide universal, targeted, and individualized support and services under the direction of the Speech Language Pathologist.
• Collaborate with other members of the Inclusive Education support team.
• Administer screening protocols, including hearing screenings selected by the supervising SLP.
• Facilitate small group and individual services to students in schools.

Contact

For more information, contact Ms. Sha‑Lyn Tichkowsky, Director of Inclusive Education and Early Learning, at 780‑645‑3323, or by email, tichshal@sperd.c a

Application Process

Qualified persons wishing to be considered for this position are invited to complete an online portfolio at http://stpauleducation.simplication.com. This posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Instructions on applying for positions are available on our website http://www.stpauleducation.ab.ca/work-sperd.

In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide a current Criminal Record – Vulnerable Sector Check and Alberta Child Intervention Record Check.

We thank you for your interest, however, only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

About St. Paul Education

Geographically and demographically, St. Paul Education covers a large rural/urban area in Northeast Alberta. We serve the communities of St. Paul, Elk Point, Two Hills, Mallaig, Ashmont, Myrnam and Heinsburg. We also serve students from Saddle Lake Cree Nation, Whitefish Lake First Nation #128, Frog Lake First Nation and Kehewin Cree Nation.

In 1995, parent and community stakeholders initiated the amalgamation of five school boards into what is now St. Paul Education. In doing so, St. Paul Education became the only school division in Alberta to operate both separate and public schools under one board. The Division's religious, linguistic and cultural diversity is a source of strength and pride.

We serve 3,640 students (K‑12), including Catholic, First Nation, Mennonite, Hutterite and Home Schooling learners. Our 19 definable school sites are staffed by approximately 232 FTE teaching staff and 293 support staff.