Speech Language Pathologist Consultant - Edmonton, Canada - Edmonton Public Schools

Edmonton Public Schools

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Edmonton Public Schools:

We are the second largest school division in Alberta, serving students, families and communities throughout Edmonton.

At Edmonton Public Schools, we provide a range of programs, learning spaces and supports that enhance pathways for student success.

Our Division is committed to diversity and inclusivity; we are listening, we are learning, and we are committed.

Edmonton Public Schools aspires to be a learning community where every individual belongs, is included and experiences success.

We strive to empower staff to reach their goals in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that values their lived experiences.

We are seeking individuals like you, who reflect the students and families we serve.

Together, we are stronger.

Status:

Three positions available

Two positions are 1.000 FTE

One position is 0.500 FTE

Position Summary:

The Speech Language Pathologist Consultant will work as a member of the Specialized Learning Supports team to provide trans-disciplinary support to school personnel serving students with diverse learning needs who are in Kindergarten through Grade 12.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

- providing consultative services and supports to schools and families for children in Kindergarten classrooms through to Grade 12 who have speech language challenges
- providing intervention and assessments
- recommending appropriate communication systems and programming for students with complex learning needs through collaborative partnerships with teachers and other professionals
- training, coaching and mentoring educational assistants and speech language assistants in the implementation of targeted and specialized strategies
- providing expertise to the learning team in the areas of specific communication disorders, expressive language, receptive language, literacy, social communication, speech sound production, assistive technology, and alternative/augmentative communication
- discussing, demonstrating, modeling and providing communication strategies to support adaptations and modifications of the curriculum

Education/Qualifications:

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

- registered with Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists
- minimum of three years related experience in classroom-based service delivery to children
- excellent communication, collaboration and consultative skills
- experience with Alternative and Augmentative Communication methods

Rate of Pay:

1.000 FTE position: $3, $4,344.90 bi-weekly

0.500 FTE position: $1, $2,172.45 bi-weekly

Closing:

THREE (3) POSITIONS

THESE POSITIONS WILL COMMENCE THE SCHOOL YEAR

Note:
Access to a vehicle for travel between locations is required.

Closing date for this competition is May 31, 2023.