Speech Language Pathologist – 1.0 FTE

Sooke School District 62

Career opportunity with an

innovative and growing School District

Adjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, Sooke School District is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in British Columbia.  The District serves five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands and is on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish: T’Sou-ke Nation and Scia’new Nation and Nuu-chah-nulth: Pacheedaht Nation. Some of our schools are located on the traditional territory of Esquimalt Nation and Songhees Nation. The District is a major employer in our region, with over 2,000 educators and support staff serving over 13,000 students.  The Board of Education has developed a future-oriented Strategic Plan that focuses on three priority areas: learning, engagement and growth.

Speech Language Pathologist 

(Full-time position effective September 1, 2024)

Reporting to the District Principal/Vice Principal, Inclusive Education Services, the Speech Language Pathologist provides assessment, intervention, consultation, and planning services for school-aged students who have been identified as having speech-language and communication delays and disorders.  Multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) are employed with a primary focus on the elementary school population.  The Speech Language Pathologist works as part of the Inclusive Education Team to support schools, school teams, students, and their families.  We are looking for candidates that:

• Strive for Personal Excellence
• Practice a Growth Mindset
• Think Critically and Creatively
• Effectively Communicate and Collaborate
• Build Relationships
• Foster Interconnectedness

If you possess the above qualities, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your education and experience in the following areas:

• Minimum requirement of a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Active Membership in the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC. We will support applicants who have a conditional registration until full registration is completed.
• Demonstrated ability to provide in-services on a variety of topics in line with the principles of Inclusive Education with various stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the BC Ministry of Education Special Education Policies and Procedures.
• A valid BC Driver’s License and vehicle as travel throughout the district is required.

The salary range for this full-time Speech Language Pathologist position has a minimum salary of $71,323 to $109,520 per annum.  Initial placement within the range is based on related education and experience.  We also offer a competitive benefits package and pension.

School District No. 62 (Sooke) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment.  We believe in a learning and work environment that is welcoming and safe that values, reflects and appreciates differences.

To clearly demonstrate the above, your application must include a cover letter and resume.  Also include the names and emails for two references (current and past supervisors) who can speak to your skills and experience and how they relate to this position.

Please apply online on Make a Future at https://bit.ly/4auXxWm.