THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD The Northwest Catholic District School Board is committed to equitable, inclusive and accessible employment practices. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. This position is for an existing vacancy ⊠ This posting is for a newly created position □ Date of Posting: July 22, 2026 JOB POSTING 1.0 FTE Speech/Library/Educational Assistant St. Patrick's School Posting Number: Applicant Group: CUPE Members & External applicants Hours of work: 30 hours/week Start Date/Duration: September 28, 2026 Hourly Rate of Pay: $30.76 per hour, as per Schedule "A" of CUPE collective agreement (September 1, 2025) Qualifications/Requirements:
- See attached position description. Salary/Benefits:
- In accordance with the current CUPE collective agreement.
- We also offer a comprehensive and generous benefit package, including personal leave, vacation (dependent on position) and enrollment into the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) pension plan. Application Process: Internal applicants are required to:
- Submit an internal application form (G-01-12). For reference purposes, the Principal will be contacting each applicant's current and if applicable, former supervisor(s). External applicants are required to:
- Complete the Board's employment application (G-01-10) and submit it along with a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references. Please submit completed application package to the Human Resources Department at Notes:
- This position will be advertised until 3:30 pm on Wednesday, August 5, 2026
- Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. "TNCDSB Schools of Hope provide all students a protected, respectful and inclusive Catholic education. Together,



with home, church and community, we will prepare students to become active, caring, lifelong learners." Kathy Bryck, Board Chair Jackie Robinson, Chief Executive Officer Position Description Page 1 Speech Assistant THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD POSITION DESCRIPTION SPEECH ASSISTANT Title: Speech Assistant Reports to: Principal Supervises: Not applicable Location: As assigned Position Identification: School Support Position Summary: The Speech Assistant is responsible for providing direct care for students in Early Years through Grade Eight and for following the protocols as assigned by the Speech Language Pathologist in the Care Plan (goals) established for each student. The Plan will be based on appropriate standards, policies and procedures. The incumbent is responsible for managing the caseload and referring students to the Speech Language Pathologist. The Speech Assistant performs the duties as outlines in the Speech Assistant manual. The incumbent must follow established rehabilitation clinical protocols. Position Responsibilities: Under the direct supervisions of the principal, the incumbent interacts with students, principals, teachers and the Speech Language Pathologist, in order to obtain and provide information. The Speech Assistant may also take direction from the Speech Language Pathologist and/or the Special Education Resource Teacher. The Speech Assistant requires a solid understanding of strategies for developing goals in articulation, language, fluency and communication. The ability to show good judgment in relating to students, following instructions and maintaining confidentiality is essential. Knowledge of rehabilitation and speech language procedures is required. The Speech Assistant required the ability to properly

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