Speech Language Pathologist
Top Benefits
About the role
We are looking for a Permanent Full-Time Speech & Language Pathologist. This position would be based out of our Central Office in North Battleford, with travel to surrounding communities as needed.
Join our dynamic team of experienced SLPs located at the Living Sky School Division centrally located in beautiful Saskatchewan. The SLP team offers flexible caseload management with ongoing and frequent collaboration. Supervision and mentorship opportunities are available for new grads for CSASK and ASHA . We strive to create a team environment that is energetic and welcoming.
The successful candidate will be able to:
- Perform diagnostic assessments of students to evaluate strengths, weaknesses and areas for intervention to treat individual students communication disorders (speech, language, phonological awareness)
- Understand and support the Response to Intervention (RTI) Model
- Develop a treatment plan based on evidence-based practice
- Maintain records on the evaluation, progress, and discharge of students
- Recommend suitable materials to schools and parents
- Collaborate with other professionals (e.g., occupational therapist, educational psychologist, audiologist, ASD team, etc.)
- Consult with teachers to support assessment findings and assist with individual program planning
- Advocate on behalf of students with communication disorders and populations that are at risk
- Practice within CSASK Professional Code of Ethics
Applicants must possess a masters degree in Speech & Language Pathology and be eligible for membership in CSASK. Experience working with children and youth in an educational setting, as well as an interest in building communication skills in students who struggle with self-regulation, will be assets. This position involves travel to schools within the school division, and a valid driver's license and dependable vehicle are required.
Please contact Jennifer Harder, Service Lead at jennifer.harder@lskysd.ca for more information.
About Living Sky School Division No. 202
Living Sky School Division encompasses a wide geographic area including the Battlefords, many communities, villages, First Nation communities, and Hutterite colonies. We are located in the heart of wheat and oil country.
Currently, 28 schools are located in 19 communities. Our schools include PreK-12, elementary, high schools, and alternate schools with a population of approximately 5,300 students. Our diverse student population is reflected in a wide variety of programs that exist throughout the schools to meet the guidelines of the Saskatchewan Core Curriculum and the local needs of the community.
Our intent is always to produce strong citizens through the excellent and relevant educational experience of our students. Our schools prepare students to be capable and open-minded individuals. Our goal is to graduate well-rounded individuals with a high potential for success and leadership. At the heart of improving student achievement is the need to focus on relationship building through providing exceptional customer services experience for our students, parents, and community members.
Mission: Shaping our Future Through Thoughtful Schools Thoughtful Schools are schools where students and staff focus on: • commitment to academic learning • learning to respect people and property • learning to become full contributing members of society • celebrating success
Guiding Values: • Belonging - Everyone can play. • Genuine Relationships - Empathy for all. • Innovation - What if we could? • Integrity - Owning everything we do. • Wellbeing - Bringing our best everyday.
Speech Language Pathologist
Top Benefits
About the role
We are looking for a Permanent Full-Time Speech & Language Pathologist. This position would be based out of our Central Office in North Battleford, with travel to surrounding communities as needed.
Join our dynamic team of experienced SLPs located at the Living Sky School Division centrally located in beautiful Saskatchewan. The SLP team offers flexible caseload management with ongoing and frequent collaboration. Supervision and mentorship opportunities are available for new grads for CSASK and ASHA . We strive to create a team environment that is energetic and welcoming.
The successful candidate will be able to:
- Perform diagnostic assessments of students to evaluate strengths, weaknesses and areas for intervention to treat individual students communication disorders (speech, language, phonological awareness)
- Understand and support the Response to Intervention (RTI) Model
- Develop a treatment plan based on evidence-based practice
- Maintain records on the evaluation, progress, and discharge of students
- Recommend suitable materials to schools and parents
- Collaborate with other professionals (e.g., occupational therapist, educational psychologist, audiologist, ASD team, etc.)
- Consult with teachers to support assessment findings and assist with individual program planning
- Advocate on behalf of students with communication disorders and populations that are at risk
- Practice within CSASK Professional Code of Ethics
Applicants must possess a masters degree in Speech & Language Pathology and be eligible for membership in CSASK. Experience working with children and youth in an educational setting, as well as an interest in building communication skills in students who struggle with self-regulation, will be assets. This position involves travel to schools within the school division, and a valid driver's license and dependable vehicle are required.
Please contact Jennifer Harder, Service Lead at jennifer.harder@lskysd.ca for more information.
About Living Sky School Division No. 202
Living Sky School Division encompasses a wide geographic area including the Battlefords, many communities, villages, First Nation communities, and Hutterite colonies. We are located in the heart of wheat and oil country.
Currently, 28 schools are located in 19 communities. Our schools include PreK-12, elementary, high schools, and alternate schools with a population of approximately 5,300 students. Our diverse student population is reflected in a wide variety of programs that exist throughout the schools to meet the guidelines of the Saskatchewan Core Curriculum and the local needs of the community.
Our intent is always to produce strong citizens through the excellent and relevant educational experience of our students. Our schools prepare students to be capable and open-minded individuals. Our goal is to graduate well-rounded individuals with a high potential for success and leadership. At the heart of improving student achievement is the need to focus on relationship building through providing exceptional customer services experience for our students, parents, and community members.
Mission: Shaping our Future Through Thoughtful Schools Thoughtful Schools are schools where students and staff focus on: • commitment to academic learning • learning to respect people and property • learning to become full contributing members of society • celebrating success
Guiding Values: • Belonging - Everyone can play. • Genuine Relationships - Empathy for all. • Innovation - What if we could? • Integrity - Owning everything we do. • Wellbeing - Bringing our best everyday.