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

School District 60; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in Canada is looking for a temporary full-time Speech Language Pathologist from September 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The successful candidate will provide services to students from K-12, focusing on early education. Responsibilities include assessing student abilities, collaborating with school teams, and developing intervention goals. A Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology is required, along with effective communication skills. Competitive salary and relocation allowances are offered.

Benefits

Relocation allowance

Recruitment allowance

Employer-paid benefits

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology is required.
• Successful experience working with school-age children, including those with Autism and developmental delays.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide SLP services to students from K-12.
• Work collaboratively with school-based teams to support students.
• Create goals and oversee implementation via Speech‑Language Assistants.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Intervention strategies

Assessing abilities

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Eligibility for Speech‑Language and Audiology Canada certification

Tools

AAC systems knowledge (Touch Chat, 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 to develop the attitudes, skills and knowledge required to successfully participate in educational experiences. We provide indirect and direct service to the student and/or the school community. Our collective knowledge, skills, energy, creativity and empathy support and nurture this process. Our philosophy is consistent with our District’s mission statement, “Together, We Learn”, and with that of the Ministry of Education and the Special Education Programs Branch. Our department’s mission statement, “Achieve ~ Believe ~ Connect!” demonstrates our commitment towards appropriate education and achievements for all children. See more information.

Duties

• Providing SLP services to students from K-12, with a heavier focus on early years (K-3).


• Communicate and work collaboratively with other professionals including school-based teams and Learning Services staff.


• Utilize both formal and informal measures to evaluate a student's abilities in regards to speech, language and communication development.


• Communicate assessment results to parents/guardians and educators, involving them in decision making around supports.


• Provide support(s) within the RTI tiered model which include classroom education and support, focused group intervention and individual therapies.


• Create goals for students and oversee implementation of intervention via Speech‑Language Assistants and Educational Assistants.


• Assist in the creation and monitoring of IEP goals.


• Provide recommendations for and assist in set up and implementation of AAC system.


• Ensure appropriate documentation and reporting is maintained for the student file.


• Initiate referrals, when necessary, to other district staff, agencies and community professionals in collaboration with the school teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.


• Eligibility for Speech‑Language and Audiology Canada certification or equivalent.


• College of Health & Care Professionals of BC membership.


• Program and position are eligible for the BC Student Loan Forgiveness Program.


• Successful experience working with school‑age children, including children with Autism and developmental delays.


• Ability to work successfully with school teams to provide interventions for students at the Tier 1, Tier 2 and Tier 3 levels of support.


• Willingness to work in a collaborative environment to collectively design interventions for Speech and Language development.


• Experience and knowledge in alternative and augmentative communication systems such as Touch Chat, Proloquo2Go, etc.


• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.


• Valid BC driver’s license and use of personal vehicle.


• Ability to participate in meetings within and beyond the regular school day to support learning.


• Ability to plan and facilitate in‑services or collaboration sessions with educators and Educational Assistants within and beyond the regular school day.

Interested Applicants Are Required To Supply

• Three (3) references.


• Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate).

Compensation

• $2,000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4,000 for teachers from other areas.


• $3,035 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year based on the FTE).


• Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $65,397 - $111,952.


• Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer‑paid based on FTE.

For More Information Please Contact

Christine Taylor, District Principal Inclusive Education
250-262-6098 or [e-mail]

All applications with relevant documentation must be made through Make A Future for consideration for the position.

About School District 60

School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners. Our district is made up of dedicated, energetic professionals for whom the achievement and well‑being of their students is a first priority. Together we challenge, encourage and support all learners to be responsible for developing their abilities with respect for self, others and the environment.

School District 60 is progressive and growing. There are 23 schools within the district. The district’s schools provide education services to approximately 6,000 ethnically and demographically diverse students. School District 60 is located on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the northern tip of the Canadian Prairies in beautiful Fort St. John, BC.

10112 105 Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 4S4