Speech & Language Pathologist

The Vancouver Board of Education (VSB) welcomes applications for the position of:

Speech Language Pathologist

0.8000 FTE AAC & 0.2000 FTE school-based SLP

Continuing, full-time, 1.0000 FTE

With deep gratitude and respect, I am honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x ʷ mə θ k ʷ əy ̓ əm (Musqueam), S ḵ wxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwəta ɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canadas most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSBs culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important.

As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community.

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This position consists of 0.8000 FTE AAC and 0.2000 FTE school-based SLP.

AAC Speech and Language Pathologists provide a range of services (intervention, consultation, assessment etc.) to students in the district who require Augmentative and Alternative Communication intervention. This position is based at District Learning Services and provides support to teachers and/or service to students in elementary schools who require AAC intervention.

School-based Speech and Language Pathologists work in several schools in the district to provide evaluation and remediation of a range of communicative difficulties in school populations (Kindergarten to Grade 12). As a member of a School Based Team, the Speech and Language pathologist will be required to work collaboratively and to provide consultative support to teachers, support staff and families. This position requires travel to various school sites.

Applicants must be a member of the B.C. College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals.

• Post graduate degree in Speech Language Pathology, as well as eligibility for certification with the Canadian Association for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organization skills ; demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize workload.
• Broad knowledge of evidence-based practice, familiarity and comfort with paper-based and digital communication strategies and tools.
• General knowledge of Augmentative and Alternative Communication strategies and interventions.
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge working with school aged children.
• Demonstrated skills in collaborating and working with school-based professionals, ability to develop and deliver presentations or training , ability to provide effective consultation.

Your application portfolio must include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Academic Transcripts
• Reports/Evaluations
• 3 Professional References-email and phone numbers of your current and previousdirectsupervisors/managers.
  
  Wedo notaccept friends or teaching colleagues as references.

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