Speech Language Pathologist
- Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Speech-Language Pathologist
Position
Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist
Location: Various Divisional Schools
Hours/Week: FTE: 1.0 (40 hours per week), FTE negotiable
Start Date: August 26, 2026
Closing Date: Open until filled
Our Catholic School Division is seeking a dedicated and passionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team. This full-time position involves providing speech and language services to students from early learning to Grade 12, including specialized programming classrooms PUF/Pre-Kindergarten and Flexible Pathways program. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of Speech Language Pathologists, Speech Language Assistant, Occupational Therapists, Teachers, Collaborative Response Coordinators, Psychologists, and Inclusive Learning Consultants to contribute to a dynamic, collaborative environment that supports the children in their classrooms.
Key Responsibilities: Through a consultative and collaborative approach within an Inclusive Learning team:
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Why Join Us?
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Position
Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist
Location: Various Divisional Schools
Hours/Week: FTE: 1.0 (40 hours per week), FTE negotiable
Start Date: August 26, 2026
Closing Date: Open until filled
Our Catholic School Division is seeking a dedicated and passionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team. This full-time position involves providing speech and language services to students from early learning to Grade 12, including specialized programming classrooms PUF/Pre-Kindergarten and Flexible Pathways program. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of Speech Language Pathologists, Speech Language Assistant, Occupational Therapists, Teachers, Collaborative Response Coordinators, Psychologists, and Inclusive Learning Consultants to contribute to a dynamic, collaborative environment that supports the children in their classrooms.
Key Responsibilities: Through a consultative and collaborative approach within an Inclusive Learning team:
- Conduct assessments to identify and address speech and language needs impacting student performance in early learning and school settings.
- Collaborate and communicate with school teams, multi-disciplinary teams, community partners, and families to develop and implement effective support strategies.
- Inform ongoing quality improvement, service integration, and program development
- Build capacity with teachers, educational staff, and families by modeling and coaching broad-based strategies to support speech and language development in the classroom.
- Collaborate with school teams to implement AAC strategies, determine appropriateness for trials of AAC, and coordinate trials.
- Participate in the consultative development of goals to support Instructional Program Plans (ISP).
- Monitor student progress and advise on strategies for achieving curricular outcomes.
- Coordinate and monitor strategies for a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant
- Support the identification of students who qualify for Program Unit Funding (PUF).
- Develop and deliver professional development sessions to increase staff knowledge and capacity.
- Administer, score, and interpret standardized assessments to identify and address speech and language needs impacting student performance in early learning and school settings.
- Foster and maintain partnerships with local organizations and the community to enhance programming and resources.
- Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Registered and in good standing with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with technology
- Two or more years of experience in a school setting or working with children (an asset).
References will include past and present employers.
Provide a clear Criminal Reference Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Why Join Us?
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the school calendar year with holidays off, plus the flexibility of a negotiable FTE to suit your lifestyle.
- Community & Culture: Joining our Catholic School Division as a Speech-Language Pathologist means becoming part of a dedicated faith community that values collaboration and inclusivity. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and spiritually in a supportive learning environment.
- Impactful Work: By contributing your expertise you will collaborate to provide responsive strategies, connect with communities, and create meaningful learning experiences for all students. Together, we can foster growth through the power of communication and understanding. Your role will not only enhance individual success but also strengthen our collective mission of nurturing every child's potential.
- Competitive Compensation: Salary ranges from $79,912 to $96,862 per year (pro-rated based on your negotiated FTE), plus board-paid benefit coverage.
- Extra Perks: In addition to this, mileage and your ACSLPA Registration Renewal Fee will be covered!
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Speech-Language Pathologist provides speech and language services to students from early learning to Grade 12 within a multidisciplinary team. Key duties include conducting assessments, implementing AAC strategies, and coaching staff and families to support student development.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and be registered in good standing with the ACSLPA. Two or more years of experience in a school setting is considered an asset.
Skills
- Speech and Language Assessment
- Collaborative Consultation
- AAC Strategies
- Instructional Program Plans
- Professional Development Delivery
- Standardized Assessment Interpretation
- Case Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Coaching
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Technology Proficiency
Benefits
- Board-paid benefit coverage
- Mileage reimbursement
- ACSLPA Registration Renewal Fee coverage
- School calendar holidays
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Categories
- Education
- Healthcare
- Social Services
Keywords
- Speech-Language Pathology
- ACSLPA
- AAC
- Inclusive Learning
- Program Unit Funding
- Early Learning
- Specialized Programming
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Instructional Program Plans
- Standardized Assessments
- Education
- Healthcare
- Student Support