Therapeutic Assistant (7) - Speech Language

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.

This posting will be used to fill two (2) vacant positions.

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;
• 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;