Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 50,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.

Casual Therapeutic Assistant - Speech Language

Requisition ID: 10235

Hours Per Week: Varies

Position: New

FTE: Varies

Department: Speech Language Pathology

No Months Per Year: 10

Position Status: Casual

Employee Group: Non

Rate of Pay: $27.98 per hour

Posting Closing Date: 9/4/25

Successful candidates will provide a range of educational support services, under the supervision of a Therapeutic Specialist (TS), to students in Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 within the environment of our Inclusive educational programs. This job involves working within the classroom environment together with a classroom team consisting of a teacher, Therapeutic Specialist, and may also include Educational Assistants, Early Childhood Educators, Learning Coaches, other Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) members, administrators, parents, and school staff.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement programs/strategies with specific students and or groups of students within the classroom environment as outlined by the specialist and classroom team;
• Plan and implement small and large group strategies/activities within the classroom environment that support the development skills of skills of identified students;
• Develop materials related to varied programs/strategies as determined by the Therapeutic Specialist;
• Provide support to families by assisting with home program preparation, modelling, and monitoring;
• Monitor, record, and provide feedback;
• Monitor the effectiveness of programs/strategies designed to meet specific objectives;
• Develop and maintain specific notes for the Therapeutic Specialist and the classroom team regarding students’ progress and response to current program/strategies;
• Share information with the classroom teaching team regarding planned strategies/programs and communicate with the Therapeutic Specialist to determine the appropriate level for programming and additional follow-up required;
• Model/discuss strategies and supports as appropriate with the classroom team;
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team members to implement strategies;
• Conduct screenings to facilitate interpretation of results;
• Assist in administering informal/formal screening tools to gather information;
• Assist with preparing of materials, scheduling activities, as directed by Therapeutic Specialist or Assistant Manager (e.g., summer treatment programming);
• Perform checks and maintenance of equipment and materials, including cleaning and organizing of the materials room;
• Assist with Therapeutic Specialist operations such as scheduling, record keeping, safety/maintenance of equipment, and monitoring inventory (e.g., screening and assessment protocols);

Qualifications:

• Speech Language Assistant/Rehabilitation diploma from a recognized institution, plus three years directly related pediatric experience;
• Supportive Personnel Membership with the Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (CASLPA) and/or Therapist Assistant Association of Alberta (THAAA) is required;
• Early learning specialization (knowledge and courses related to child development, environment, etc.);
• Knowledge of normal speech development, language and literacy principles; learning through play principle, and communication disorders;
• General knowledge of inclusion principles and practices, and 21st Century educational skills;
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Office 365, Word, Outlook, and Internet Explorer;
• Advanced verbal and written skills- in English, including digital literacies;
• Good communication, strong interpersonal skills, friendly/positive attitude are essential;
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team;
• Good self-reflection skills and ability to quickly adjust to feedback;
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and work within tight timelines;
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence decisions;
• Ability to travel to various sites in the City of Edmonton;

Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions.

As a Catholic School Division receiving public funding, our schools and departments are imbued with our Catholic Faith. Candidates are expected to exhibit respect and sensitivity towards our Catholic beliefs and practices embraced by both students and staff.

Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.

Before employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check dated within six months of hiring.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.