24pssp15 - Communicative Disorders Assistant

2 months ago

Guelph, Canada UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD Full time

**CAREER OPPORTUNITY**:
**COMMUNICATIVE DISORDERS ASSISTANT**

**ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)**

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 4,000 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 65 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The UGDSB covers the ancestral and treaty lands of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Six Nations of the Grand River, and Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

The UGDSB is committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our employees are empowered to contribute in meaningful ways to the success of our students and the greater organization.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team for a **temporary part-time** opportunity in the capacity of **Communicative Disorders Assistant**. This is a 10-month position (yearly from Sept. - June following the school year calendar) to commence as soon as possible, ending June 28, 2024.

The CDA will be reporting to the **Manager of Communication, Language & Speech Services** and will work under the direction and clinical supervision of UGDSB employed Speech-Language Pathologists.

**Location**:
Guelph and East Wellington Schools

**Hours/FTE**:
0.9 FTE (31.5 hours per week)

**Salary Range**:
$43,834 - $53,948, inclusive of 5% job market adjustment. (per annum, based on 35 hour per week position), plus applicable vacation pay, in accordance with the Employment Standards Act

**Board Information**:
10 months; temporary, part-time; Professional Student Services Personnel

**Responsibilities**
- Provide Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) support for students; create low-tech communication aids; set up and program high tech voice output devices; assist with the training of students, teachers, Early Childhood Educators and Educational Assistants in the use of the devices
- Assist Speech-Language Pathologists (S-LP) in providing in-class modeling and support in the use of oral language and phonological awareness activities
- Implement individual and group communication, speech and language programs for eligible students; prepare lesson plans, activities and materials; document student performance
- Other duties as assigned

**Experience and Qualifications**
- Communication Disorders Assistant (CDA) diploma or equivalent
- Training and experience related to:

- Child development and childhood exceptionalities, specific articulation and language development, speech and language disorders, treatments and interventions used
- Set up and use of augmentative communication systems and technology
- Assistive listening equipment (FM systems)
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, time management and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently
- Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation

**APPLICATION DETAILS**

**INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING**

Employment Equity

First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
- Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
- Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
- Persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that many of the identities listed above do not exist in a single form and are often intersecting, creating complex and unique experiences for applicants. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to creating and maintaining an environment where everyone can participate fully, thrive, and reach their full potential. Please visit Safe, Equitable and Inclusive Schools to find out more about equity, diversity and inclusion at the UGDSB.

Accommodation & Accessibility

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: $43,834.00-$53,948.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-26

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