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School District No. 27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin)
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
EXTERNAL POSITION
Location: School District No. 27(Cariboo-Chilcotin), encompassing the towns of Williams Lake and 100 Mile House, BC and several smaller communities between Bridge Lake and Anahim Lake, including Horsefly & Likely.
Appointment: 1.00 FTE
Eligible for Benefits: Yes
Specific Period of Time: Full time Continuing, beginning September 2009. This is a 10-month position, with school vacations.
Job Description:
provide itinerant speech & language services to several public schools
provide consultation, direct service, and home programs where appropriate for students in Kindergarten to Gr. 12 (with emphasis on the primary grades)
complete speech & language screening & assessments using standardized as well as informal measures
design and implement intervention strategies for students with communication disorders. This will include supporting students across a wide spectrum of needs, including those with learning disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities. Some students may require various forms of augmentative communication
participate in school-based team meetings
provide direction for and work with TA’s working in the speech and language program
provide information about communication development and disorders to teachers, parents, and others in the school setting and in the community
You would join a team of three speech-language pathologists serving the speech & language needs of the School District of approximately 5100 students and 380 teachers. School Psychologists, Counsellors, Occupational/Physical Therapist & Teachers of the Hearing Impaired and Visually Impaired, round out the Student Support Services team. The School District office is located in Williams Lake with Student Support Services offices in both Williams Lake and 100 Mile House.
Qualifications Required:
master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a recognized institution
eligible for CASLPA certification & membership in BCASLPA
valid BC drivers license and your own vehicle. Access to a School District vehicle is provided for longer distances
previous experience working in a school setting would be considered an asset
previous experience working with First Nations students and families would be considered an asset
demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member
Criminal Record Check is required for employment with any BC School District
Approximate Starting Wage:
Speech and Language Pathologists are paid on the teacher salary scale. Based on years of experience the salary range is $48,681 for first year of employment to $77,942 with 10 years of experience in a School District.
(Note: Actual starting wage will depend on candidate’s qualifications and experience.)
Closing Date: Open until filled.
This is a wonderful opportunity to live in the beautiful central interior of BC! Communities in this region offer affordable housing with extensive outdoor activities and rich opportunities in the arts. The vast geographic nature of the District imbues it with a cultural richness and diversity, which is celebrated and honoured.
If you would like to discuss this position please contact:
Shari Cooper SLP(c), District Principal, Student Support Services at 250-398-3851
Interested candidates should submit their resume, containing three professional references to:
Mark Wintjes – Director of Instruction
250-398-3812, Fax 250-392-4625 Email mark.wintjes@sd27.bc.ca
The South Cariboo Area of BC!
This four-season destination in beautiful British Columbia, Canada offers a lifetime of memorable experiences with an endless list of outdoor activities for the entire family. This is an area of rolling hills, grassy fields with strands of aspen, emerald blue lakes with secluded resorts, guest ranches, lodges and campgrounds, some of the hottest rainbow trout fishing in the province and some of the worlds finest cross country ski trails. Immerse yourself in the great outdoors where wildlife in abundant,, the air is clean, and the waters are pure.
Main Industries: Lumber mills; log home building, ranching,, mining, outdoor recreation services.
Climate: Generally dry, continental. Warm summer / cold winter. Precipitation: 42-62 cm/year.
Recreational Facilities: Mt. Timothy Downhill Ski area; cross-country ski and mountain biking trails; curling and skating arenas; bowling lanes; playing fields; rodeo grounds, theatres.
History and Culture: Central Cariboo history and culture is nowhere more evident than with our First Nations Communities. Enjoy an annual pow wow or a day at a First Nations heritage village just North of Williams Lake.
Entertainment: Enjoy pampering at a spa, a workout at a local gym, play a round of tennis or squash or take a long leisurely stroll through one of many beautiful parks or trails. You will find family entertainment in the form of live theatre performances, live music and of course a full line up of movies at the local movie theatre. For an evening out, there are several local pubs, great food or try your luck at the gaming centre. A highlight is the July long weekend Williams Lake Stampede, parade, street party, barn dance, grandstand show and much more.
More information about 100 Mile House is available at http://www.southcaribootourism.com/
More information about Williams Lake is available at http://www.williamslake.ca/
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