Speech & Language Pathologist

School District No. 64 (Gulf Islands) invites applications for a 1.00 FTE continuing position for a Speech and Language Pathologist for Pre-K - Grade 12. This position is effective September 1, 2024. The starting annual salary for this full-time position ranges from $68,017 to $109,520, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

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The District Speech and Language Pathologist will :

Coordinate Speech-Language Services with school teams

Collaborate with school teams in support of IEP development and curriculum delivery for students who require Speech Language services i.e. team teaching, IEP adaptations and modifications

Foster the development of strong literacy and numeracy skills by utilizing a variety of communications techniques, instructional skills, and teaching methodologies

Integrate information and communication technologies to support teaching and learning

Work with the Multidisciplinary Team and Learning Services team members to provide support services across the district

Establish, with School Based Teams, a method of service delivery that includes caseload selection and scheduling, record keeping, evaluating programs, developing instructional materials and scheduling and supervising speech-language assistant

Necessary Qualifications :

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Speech Language Pathology (or in progress)

Registered with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC

• Eligibility for membership in the British Columbia Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (BCASLPA) and / or Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC);

Proven ability to integrate the use of technology to support an effective learning environment

Ability to carry out a variety of informal and formal educational assessments, including classroom observation and curriculum-based assessments

Current experience in positive behaviour support systems

Collaborative approach to working with colleagues and parents and a commitment to work on team goals for the improvement of student achievement

Exemplary experience working in inclusive environments supporting learning for all students

Class 4 / 5 driver’s license, safe driving record and use of personal vehicle

Desired Qualifications :

Experience with external agencies and inter-agency case management

Exemplary experience with assessment, program planning, intervention and consultation as a speech language pathologist in the public school system

Commitment to professional growth