pathologist, speech-language
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Speech-Language Pathologist
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October 04, 2024
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School District #63 (Saanich)
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<p><p> <p>Indigenous-focused Speech-Language Pathologist <p>District Overview <p>Driven by our desire to help students thrive in their academic and personal lives, the Saanich School District provides quality educational programs and a safe and nurturing learning environment for the over 7,000 culturally diverse students within its 18 schools. Serving the Saanich Peninsula located just north of Victoria, BC, the district has a well established reputation of excellent student achievement as well as a culture of caring and respect. The collaborative working environment in Saanich is a core strength and has been a foundation for ongoing school improvement and meeting the diverse needs of all students. Parent and community satisfaction with Saanich schools is extremely high.<p>Position Overview <p>The Saanich School District is seeking up to 2.6 temporary FTE Speech-Language Pathologists starting September 1, 2024. These temporary positions will focus on district support of Indigenous learners or a combination of support between Indigenous learners and Non-Indigenous learners. A 0.8 position will continue until June 30,2026 and the remaining 1.8 fte will end June 30, 2025 with a possible extension.<p>The Saanich School District has obtained grant funding to provide consistent speech-language and literacy support to Indigenous Learners. The successful candidates will work as Indigenous-focused speech-language pathologists, which will address language and literacy needs for a manageable caseload size at two Elementary Schools and one Middle School within the district. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with school teams, district staff, parents, and children within K-8. The successful candidate will be involved in the assessment, diagnosis and intervention of the whole range of speech and language-related challenges experienced by students. The speech-language pathologist will consult with parents and members of the School-Based Team regarding appropriate intervention, strategies, accommodations, and modifications. Working with teachers and Educational Assistants within classrooms and in consultation is expected as Saanich School District promotes an inclusive environment. The speech-language pathologist is a member of the District Itinerant Learning Services Staff and reports to the Director of Diversity and Inclusion.<p>The successful applicant will possess a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent academic training and must be eligible for registration with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC. Experience in the public school setting is an asset. Possession of a valid driver?s license and a personal vehicle is required.<p>IN ACCORDANCE WITH HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION EXEMPTION SECTION 19(2), PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH INDIGENOUS ANCESTRY WHO HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF LOCAL HISTORY AND CULTURE; THE APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO RELATE POSITIVELY WITH THE INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY ON A DAILY BASIS.<p>How to Apply <p>Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to hr_teaching@saanichschools.ca. <p>We thank applicants for their interest, however, only those <p>selected for interview will be contacted. <p> <p> <p>Job Description<p>District Speech-Language Pathologist<p>School District No. 63 (Saanich) <p><p>Speech-Language Pathologists will demonstrate:<p><p> A knowledge of or a desire to learn culturally safe speech-language and literacy practices in order to deliver culturally safe language and literacy support.<p> A knowledge of speech-language pathology theory, assessment and intervention strategies and practices;<p> The ability to deliver speech, language and literacy service to students in a manner that recognizes and reflects a range of service delivery models such as individual, small group and whole class instruction;<p> Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, parents, teachers, administrators, other profession
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LocationSaanichton, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Term or contract
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Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
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Jobillico
#13947867
Advertised until
2024-11-02
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