The Speech Language Pathologist works as a member of school-based teams, problem solving and assisting schools to provide tiered services for students. Service is primarily focused on elementary students and the early years. The Speech Language Pathologist s also plans and oversees the work of Communication Disorder Assistants (CDA)

The Speech Language Pathologist is a part of the district Student Services Department and collaborates to plan for the provision of effective non-categorical services to diverse students in the district.

Duties

- Collaborate and consult with members of School Based Teams at assigned schools.

- Liaise with teachers and paraprofessionals to plan, implement and coach Tier 1 strategies .

- Support student ’ s communication skill development in small group settings .

- Provide direct support to students with intensive speech/language delays or disorders .

- Conduct formal and informal assessment as required , including district-wide Kindergarten screening.





- Work as a member of the Student Services department to enhance services and collaborate on evolving practices in district services .

- Provide training to Education Assistants and School teams on career development days

- Adhere to codes of professional practice both for Speech Language Pathologists and the partne rship with SLP A s.

- Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and outside agencies as appropriate .

Qualifications
- Experience working with st udents in pre -school and K through 12

- Experience working with students having complex needs in an educational setting

- A thorough knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems

- Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

- Eligibility for registration or current membership with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of British Columbia (CSHBC)

Interested applicants to email application package to Director of Human Resources, [email protected].

📌 District Speech Language Pathologist (Port Alberni)
🏢 Pacific Rim
📍 Port Alberni