Therapeutic Assistant (7) - Speech Language

Edmonton Catholic Schools; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Edmonton Catholic Schools is seeking a Speech Language Assistant to work within Inclusive education programs from Pre-K to Grade 12. You will collaborate with a classroom team including a teacher, the Therapeutic Specialist, and possibly Educational Assistants and other MDT members.

The role involves planning and implementing programs, developing materials, and supporting families with home programs. Travel to multiple city sites is expected as part of MDT collaboration.

Qualifications

• Speech Language Assistant/Rehabilitation diploma from a recognized institution.
• Three years of direct pediatric experience.
• Early learning specialization related to child development and environment.
• Knowledge of normal speech development, language and literacy principles.
• Inclusion principles and 21st century educational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement programs/strategies with individuals or groups of students within the classroom environment.
• Support development of small and large group activities.
• Develop materials related to programs/strategies as directed by the Therapeutic Specialist.
• Assist families with home program preparation and monitoring.
• Monitor and record student progress and program effectiveness.
• Share information with classroom team and adjust programming as needed.
• Collaborate with MDT members to implement strategies.
• Conduct screenings to interpret results and assist with screening tools.
• Prepare materials and schedule activities as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain equipment and materials and ensure safety.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Adaptability/feedback

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Speech Language Assistant/Rehabilitation diploma

Early learning specialization

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Word

Outlook

Job description

Successful candidates will provide a range of educational support services, under the supervision of a Therapeutic Specialist (TS), to students in Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 within the environment of our Inclusive educational programs. This job involves working within the classroom environment together with a classroom team consisting of a teacher, Therapeutic Specialist, and may also include Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators, Learning Coaches, other Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) members, administrators, parents, and school staff.

This posting will be used to fill two (2) vacant positions.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and implement programs/strategies with specific students and or groups of students within the classroom environment asoutlined by the specialist and classroom team;
• Plan and implement small and large group strategies/activities within the classroom environment that support the developmentskills of skills of identified students;
• Develop materials related to varied programs/strategies as determined by the Therapeutic Specialist;
• Provide support to families by assisting with home program preparation, modelling, and monitoring;
• Monitor, record, and provide feedback;
• Monitor the effectiveness of programs/strategies designed to meet specific objectives;
• Develop and maintain specific notes for the Therapeutic Specialist and the classroom team regarding students’ progress and response tocurrent program/strategies;
• Share information with the classroom teaching team regarding planned strategies/programs and communicate with the classroom team to determine the appropriate level for programming and additional follow-up required;
• Model/discuss strategies and supports as appropriate with the classroom team;
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team members to implement strategies;
• Conduct screenings to facilitate interpretation of results;
• Assist in administering informal/formal screening tools to gather information;
• Assist with preparing of materials, scheduling activities, as directed by Therapeutic Specialist or Assistant Manager (e.g., summertreatment programming);
• Perform checks and maintenance of equipment and materials, including cleaning and organizing of the materials room;
• Assist with Therapeutic Specialist operations such as scheduling, record keeping, safety/maintenance of equipment, and monitoringinventory (e.g., screening and assessment protocols);

Qualifications

• Speech Language Assistant/Rehabilitation diploma from arecognized institution, plus three years directly related pediatricexperience;
• Early learning specialization (knowledge and courses relatedto child development, environment, etc.);
• Knowledge of normal speech development, language andliteracy principles; learning through play principle, andcommunication disorders;
• General knowledge of inclusion principles and practices, and21st Century educational skills;
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Office 365, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer;
• Advanced verbal and written skills- in English, including digital literacies;
• Good communication, strong interpersonal skills, friendly/positive attitude are essential;
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team;
• Good self-reflection skills and ability to quickly adjust to feedback;
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and work within tight timelines;
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence decisions;
• Ability to travel to various sites in the City of Edmonton;