Speech Language Pathologist

Join Our Mission to Make a Difference at ABC Head Start Society

At ABC Head Start Society, we're on a mission to raise families out of poverty and help children harness their superpowers, conquer hardships, and live their best lives. We envision a world where every child has equal access to a full and successful life, and we're looking for passionate, caring, and driven individuals to join us on this journey.

As a
Speech-Language Pathologist,
you'll play a vital role in fostering communication success for students through a consultative approach. Rather than providing direct one-to-one therapy, you will collaborate closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to design strategies and supports that integrate seamlessly into classroom and home environments. Your expertise will guide interventions for a range of needs, including speech and language delays/disorders, swallowing and feeding concerns, cognitive-communication challenges, and pre-literacy/literacy development.

You will also conduct comprehensive assessments for new students applying to the program to determine eligibility and inform individualized support plans. This position includes maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to team-based problem-solving to promote student success.

We value continuous learning and offer opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and leadership within a supportive team environment. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact through innovative, consultative practices, we'd love to hear from you

About Us

At our agency, we are driven by our core values of belonging, empowerment, collaboration, and growth. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone feels valued and included, empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, as we work together to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. We are committed to fostering growth, not only for those we support but also for our team, by embracing continuous learning and innovation. If these values resonate with you, we'd love to have you join our mission-driven team.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We're not just another workplace—we're a supportive, mission-driven community that cares deeply about our staff and the families we serve. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Work-Life Balance: Nonprofit work means fewer late nights and more time to focus on what really matters—your well-being and the kids in your care.

• A Culture of Growth: Whether it's professional development workshops, mentorship, or opportunities for career advancement, we're here to help you grow as a professional and as a person.

• Supportive Environment: We're all about lifting each other up. You'll work with a team that values collaboration, compassion, and care.

• Making a Difference: The impact you'll have on the lives of vulnerable children and their families will be more rewarding than you can imagine.

What You'll Do

• Assessment and progress monitoring by collaborating with classroom team, families/caregivers, and other interdisciplinary team members to determine speech & language needs of students

• Individualized instruction by reviewing and revising measures and/or goals

• Treatment planning and intervention through development of differentiated instruction strategies that support speech and language development

• Case management through discussing/reporting/documenting child strengths, achievements, needs and other noteworthy observations with interdisciplinary team and family/caregivers.

• Collaboration to develop and implement consistent goals in areas of communication, social/emotional/behavioral development with teams members and family/caregivers

About You

You thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment where no two days are the same, bringing integrity, empathy, and a passion for making a difference. With strong communication skills, you build trust and foster teamwork while delivering results and maintaining service excellence. Your ability to plan, organize, and adapt ensures efficiency in achieving goals. Bonus points if you have experience supporting children facing unique challenges or from diverse cultural backgrounds, as this enhances your ability to connect and contribute effectively.

Must-Haves:

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology

• Registered member of Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists or eligibility

• Experience working with children with complex needs (ASD, FAS, Global Delays, Hearing Loss)

• Intercultural competence and experience working with diverse populations and English language learners

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices (or a willingness to learn).

• Willing participant in annual training in Safe Management practices (employer provided training).

• Clear criminal record check with vulnerable sector completed obtained within 60-days of date of hire.

• Valid Standard First Aid/CPR certification or completion within 30-days of hire.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience working with pre-school aged children.

• Experience with implementing and coaching on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

• Experience in inclusive, multicultural environments.

• Experience working with vulnerable families including low-income.

Working with Us

• Temporary full-time position starting as soon as possible ending April 20, 2027.
• Compensation starts at $42.57/hour, with increases based on experience and qualifications.
• Typical working hours will be Monday-Friday however, casual evenings/weekends may be required.

Ready to Join the Team?

We'd love to hear from you If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, apply today by submitting your resume and a cover letter sharing why you're excited to join ABC Head Start Society.

Together, we can help children and families thrive.

ABC Head Start Society is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including those from Indigenous communities, racialized groups, newcomers to Canada, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and other equity-deserving groups.