Temp FT (1.0) Speech Language Pathologist (2025-26)

School District #60 (Peace River North); Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their team for a temporary full-time position. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing students' communication skills from K-12, focusing on early years. Collaborating with various professionals, you will assess and implement tailored interventions, ensuring every student receives the support they need. With a commitment to fostering a nurturing environment, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives while enjoying competitive compensation and benefits. Join a forward-thinking district known for its innovative practices and strong community ties.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Extended Health Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• Experience with school-age children, especially those with Autism.
• Ability to design interventions for speech and language development.

Responsibilities

• Provide Speech-Language Pathologist services to K-12 students.
• Collaborate with school teams and communicate assessment results.
• Create and monitor IEP goals and support interventions.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Collaboration with Professionals

Effective Communication

Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Current Certification with Speech-Language and Audiology Canada

Membership with the College of Health & Care Professionals of BC

Tools

TouchChat

Proloquo2Go

Job description

A temporary full-time Speech Language Pathologist is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North), effective September 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The assignment will be at Learning Services.

We are dedicated to providing services that assist students in developing the attitudes, skills, and knowledge needed to participate successfully in educational experiences. Our approach includes both indirect and direct services to students and the school community, supported by our collective knowledge, skills, energy, creativity, and empathy.

Our philosophy aligns with our District’s mission statement, "Together, We Learn," and with those of the Ministry of Education and the Special Education Programs Branch. Our department’s mission, “Achieve ~ Believe ~ Connect!,” reflects our commitment to providing appropriate education and fostering achievements for all children. For more information, see our logo and additional resources.

Duties

1. Providing Speech-Language Pathologist services to students from K-12, with a focus on early years (K-3).
2. Collaborating with other professionals, including school-based teams and Learning Services staff.
3. Using formal and informal measures to evaluate students' speech, language, and communication development.
4. Communicating assessment results to parents/guardians and educators, involving them in decision-making regarding supports.
5. Providing support within the RTI tiered model, including classroom education, focused group interventions, and individual therapies.
6. Creating goals for students and overseeing their implementation via Speech-Language Assistants and Educational Assistants.
7. Assisting in the creation and monitoring of IEP goals.
8. Recommending and assisting with the setup and implementation of AAC systems.
9. Maintaining appropriate documentation and reporting for student files.
10. Initiating referrals to other district staff, agencies, and community professionals in collaboration with school teams.
11. Performing other related tasks as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology and current certification with Speech-Language and Audiology Canada or equivalent.
• Membership with the College of Health & Care Professionals of BC.
• Successful experience working with school-age children, including those with Autism and developmental delays.
• Ability to work effectively with school teams to provide interventions at Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 levels of support.
• Willingness to collaborate on designing interventions for speech and language development.
• Experience with augmentative and alternative communication systems such as TouchChat, Proloquo2Go, etc.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to personal transportation.
• Availability to participate in meetings outside regular school hours to support learning.
• Ability to plan and facilitate in-services or collaboration sessions with educators and Educational Assistants.

Interested applicants must provide three references and verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate).

Compensation

Includes a $2,000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, Alberta, and Yukon, and up to $4,000 for teachers from other areas. A recruitment allowance of $3,035 is paid over 10 months, based on FTE. Salary ranges from $65,397 to $111,952 as per the collective agreement. Benefits include options for medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance, employer-paid based on FTE.

Contact Information

For more information, contact Christine Taylor, District Principal of Inclusive Education, at 250-262-6098 or [emailprotected].

All applications with relevant documentation must be submitted through Make A Future for consideration.

About School District 60

School District 60 is known for innovative educational practices and strong partnerships. It serves approximately 6,000 diverse students across 23 schools, located in Fort St. John, BC, near the Rocky Mountains. The district emphasizes a supportive culture of collaboration, technology resources, and progressive education.