Temporary 1.0 FTE Speech & Language Pathologist Vacancy (Posting No. 25-009)

St. Clement's School; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a temporary Speech & Language Pathologist to enhance the learning experiences of students. This role involves providing specialized services, assessing communicative impairments, and collaborating with families and educational teams. Join a progressive district that values diversity and commitment to Indigenous perspectives while fostering a positive and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and have the expertise in speech and language pathology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Career growth in a small district

Progressive leadership team

Positive collegial culture

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; registration with health professionals essential.
• Experience in public school speech services is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language services to students in schools.
• Identify and assess students with communicative impairments.

Skills

Speech & Language Pathology Theory

Intervention Strategies

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Speech & Language Pathology

Tools

Evaluation Tools

Job description

School District 72 operates throughout a large geographic area. Campbell River and Quadra Island schools and our school board office are located on the traditional territory of the Ligidax people. School District 72 also encompasses the traditional territory of the Klahoose (Cortes), K'ómoks (Sayward), and maku (Bute Inlet) First Nations.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONAL VACANCY

Posting Date: February 20, 2025

Position: Speech & Language Pathologist Vacancy

Posting Number: 25-009, Inclusive Education

Term of Employment: April 25, 2025 to June 30, 2025

FTE: Temporary 1.0 FTE

Salary: $60,015 to $109,520

Deadline to Apply: Posting will remain open until filled, with first review of applications starting at 3:00 p.m. (PST) on Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Join Our Team

School District 72 is looking for a temporary 1.0 FTE Speech & Language Pathologist to join our team of professionals in our Inclusive Education Department who strive to bring the district's learning beliefs to life.

The district serves over 5,600 students in 18 schools with a diverse range of programs that are progressive and responsive to the educational needs and interests of students.

The district respects and values the relationships with all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who reside in these territories.

About the Role

The successful candidate for this vacancy will:

• Provide speech and language services to students in coordination with the learning support teams in assigned schools.
• Identify and assess, through evaluation, those students suspected of having significant communicative impairment.
• Identify and provide the appropriate interventions, continue to monitor through assessments, provide ongoing services and interventions in the educational environment, and work with families to support the development of speech and language skills in the home environment.
• Initiate referrals to other district staff or community agencies to further support the development needs of students, when appropriate.

Bring your Expertise

• Master's Degree in Speech & Language Pathology.
• Must be registered with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Experience in the provision of Speech & Language services in the public school system is an asset.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have knowledge of speech & language pathology theory, intervention strategies, and practices;
• Have the ability to provide services to communicatively impaired students in a manner that recognizes and reflects a range of delivery service models;
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and are able to work effectively and professionally with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and other members of a learning support team;
• Have the ability to work independently and identify priorities when working with multiple students in a number of schools;
• Possess the ability to consult and collaborate while working with students, school-based teams, parents, and other relevant professionals.

Contribute to Our Success

The Campbell River School District proudly operates within its 2024-2028 strategic plan that prioritizes the following:

• Honour Indigenous World Views and Perspectives
• Student-centred Learning Environments
• Evolving for Tomorrow

The following commitments are essential to all positions within the Campbell River School District:

• Commitment and adherence to workplace policies, procedures, and practices.
• Commitment to standards of conduct, including behaving in a manner that is: respectful, professional, team-oriented, collaborative, ethical, honest, and trustworthy.
• Commitment to understand and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

Join Our Community

Campbell River is a scenic, oceanfront community framed by extensive waterfront, west coast forests, and snow-capped mountains.

Experience the Benefits of SD72

• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• The opportunity to grow your career in a small district.
• Progressive leadership team.
• Positive collegial culture with a great sense of community.

The starting full-time salary for these teaching positions ranges from $60,015 to $109,520. Placement on a salary scale is subject to verification of experience and certification and will be done in accordance with the current collective agreement.

Employment Equity

We value diversity of people to best represent the students and communities we serve as an equitable and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences.

School District 72 is also committed to creating and maintaining an accessible work environment for all members of its workforce.

How to Apply

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Apply online through Make a Future: www.makeafuture.ca/campbell-river Please ensure your application includes the following:

• Cover letter stating posting number
• Updated resume
• References, including most recent supervisor(s)
• Evaluations or Practicum Reports
• Copy of Degree

In the event of challenges with the Make a Future website, candidates may contact Make a Future directly for assistance at 1-877-900-5627 or 1-866-806-6851.

Applications will be accepted until the vacancies are filled. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, starting at 3:00 p.m. (PST) on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

Please address cover letter to: Danielle Golob, Human Resources Officer