Cc#255early Intervention Autisum Communication Specialist

**CC#25-01-0845-Early Intervention Autisum Communication Specialist**:

- CC #:

25-01-0845
Position Type:

Vacant
Posting Round:

Permanents,Probationary,Terms & Open
Family:

Cobequid
School:

Student Services
Assignment:

Early Intervention Autism Communication Specialist, Cobequid Family
Percent Of Time:

1.00
Anticipated Start Date:

08/01/2025
End Date:

07/31/2026
Post Date:

07/14/2025
Close Date:

08/05/2025 at 12 noon
Interview Starts:

08/05/2025
Interview Starts:

08/08/2025
- African Nova Scotian and Persons of First Nations DescentQualifications, Experience & Ability ASD Early Intervention/ Communication Specialist- **Minimum Qualifications**
A valid Nova Scotia Teachers Specialist Certificate; -A Master’s Degree in Human Communication Disorders; -Eligibility for full membership with the NS College of Audiologists and Speech Language pathologists
- **Minimum Experience**
Minimum of five (5) years working in school settings with children diagnosed with ASD -Current knowledge of ASD, the impact on learning, communication and social engagement for young children ASD in public school settings. -Familiarity with traditional and contemporary ABA approaches including the STAR Program, Verbal Behaviour, PRT and other naturalistic behavioural interventions. -Has taken or willing to take the ASD online course ASD and Behavioural Interventions: An Introduction for School Personnel
- **Minimum Ability**

**Please note**: meeting the minimum posted qualifications and experience does not guarantee an interview. Further levels of short-listing may take place, including considerations of qualifications and/or experiences related to the posted position in excess of the minimums postedNotes The Autism Early Intervention Communication Specialist provides programming support to students transitioning into school, diagnosed with autism who have language, communication and social skill challenges. The Autism Early Intervention Communication Specialist provides support to teachers, Student Planning Teams and Teaching Support Teams in the development and implementation of communication programming and specific teaching strategies for identified students. Consistent with policies of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development the Autism Early Intervention Communication Specialist will work within the Inclusive Education Policy and MTSS framework for the delivery of specialized services to students. The Autism Early Intervention Communication Specialist will participate in the assessment and individualized program planning process with school staff and families to maximize learning experiences for students with autism within the school setting. Working collaboratively with a team of educational professionals, the Autism Early Intervention Communication Specialist will demonstrate a strong commitment to the school improvement process in support of student learning.Additional Assets -A demonstrated understanding and commitment to inclusive education;
- Knowledge and understanding of the Program Planning Process;
- Knowledge of ASD, the impact on learning, communication and social engagement throughout the lifespan and direct experience working with children and youth with ASD in public school settings;
- Proven ability to assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of appropriate communication strategies as a member of the teaching support and student planning teams;
- The ability to implement strategies, activities and techniques for promoting quality student performance in communication and language development;
- The ability to assess communication and language learning outcomes achieved by students using a variety of assessment procedures (e.g., formal and informal testing, observation, ongoing monitoring of performance);
- The ability to administer and interpret standardized assessment tools and recommend programming that recognized diverse populations;
- The ability to evaluate the effectiveness of intervention strategies;
- The ability to utilize effective problem-solving and communication techniquesSuccessful applicants will be required to provide a Child Abuse Registry Check and a Criminal Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment in accordance with CCRCE policies and procedures.