Aspire Child Development Centre (Aspire) is seeking a Registered Speech-Language Pathologist who is passionate about supporting neurodivergent children and values collaboration, flexibility, and growth. This role focuses primarily on consultation and assessment, with opportunities for direct intervention, serving children in schools and homes throughout Central Alberta.
If you’re looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a schedule that respects your life outside of work, we would love to meet you.
About the Role
You will work with children aged 2-18 years, supporting their communication development while partnering closely with families and school teams. This position offers variety, autonomy, and clinical support
Your Role at Aspire
· Support neurodivergent children through consultation, assessment, and intervention
· Build capacity with parents, teachers, and school staff
· Provide support to children to strengthen language, articulation, social interaction, and play skills within home, school, and community contexts
· Develop individual program plans and support implementation
· Provide practical, strength-based strategies to promote child development
· Complete standardized assessments, screening tools, and written reports
· Collaborate with families and educational teams to support identified goals
· Deliver direct therapy when appropriate
Your Strengths and Experience
· Experience working with schools and families to support the development of children’s language, articulation, social interaction, and play skills
· Knowledge of best practices and current research, particularly related to autism spectrum disorder
· Excellent organizational and time management skills
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic workload
· Willingness to contribute to the growth of the team
· Excellent knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office 365 and database applications
Qualifications
· Registered speech-language pathologist in Alberta, or eligible for registration
· Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
· Experience working with neurodivergent children (experience level flexible – mentorship available)
Schedule and Work Environment
- Flexible Monday to Friday schedule
- Christmas break and spring break off
- Reduced summer hours, with ongoing regular pay
- Aspire operates 8:30-4:30, Monday to Friday
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $65,422.00-$107,738.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
