Experienced Speech Pathologist (3 days per week) for a two-year contract.

Permanent part-time job at St Lucy's School (Wahroonga, New South Wales, Australia) recruited via Diocese of Broken Bay (Pennant Hills, New South Wales, Australia)

St Lucy's School, based in Wahroonga with satellite classes in the Northern Beaches is a Catholic primary school in the Dominican tradition, for students of all faiths, with intellectual disabilities. We provide excellence in education that empowers students with the values, knowledge, attitudes and skills to flourish and participate fully in society. At St Lucy's, we view each child individually in order to unlock their unique potential and to encourage them to become independent. We provide a holistic education, offering outstanding academic programs taught by special educators with the support of our dedicated Therapy Team. St Lucy's is a vibrant, joyful environment where each child is treasured and lives are transformed as our students strive to reach their full potential. St Lucy's is proud to be recognised as a unique and wonderful learning environment where anything is possible and miracles do happen.

Closing date February 28, 2021
LocationWahroonga, New South Wales, Australia
Type Part-Time
Status Permanent
Contact nicolef@stlucys.nsw.edu.au

About this job

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced part-time Speech Pathologist (3 days per week) for a two-year contract. The role of the Speech Pathologist is to enhance the teaching of language and communication in the classrooms, and to assist students to access the curriculum to the best of their ability. The Speech Pathologist collaborates closely with the classroom teachers and teacher's aides to determine the communication goals, and assess the achievement of those goals.

The Speech Pathologist is a member of the Therapy Team which includes, Facilitator of Student Engagement, School Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and an additional Speech Pathologist. The Speech Pathologist provides support to the students at St Lucy's main campus at Wahroonga, as well as the three satellite classes located at Narrabeen and Narraweena.

ABOUT YOU

The School's core values are Joy, Community, Courage and Truth. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned with these values.

To be successful for this role, the following experience, skills and attributes are essential:

  • Demonstrated commitment to student well-being and capacity building.
  • Collaborative team member approach.
  • Possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
  • Effective planning and organisational skills, including good time management skills.
  • Acts professionally and maintains confidentiality.
  • Obtain a Speech Pathology degree.
  • Minimum two years' disability paediatric experience.
  • Ideally proficient in application of voice output technology, particularly Proloquo2go, experienced in use of basic Key Word Sign.
  • Participation in co-curricular activities, camps and day trips/excursions.
  • A preparedness to embrace the ethos and values of St Lucy’s School.

The following experience, skills and attributes are desirable:

  • Experience in a school environment preferred but not essential.

 

EXTRA BENEFITS OF WORKING AT ST LUCY'S

  • As a Public Benevolent Institution, we can offer to package a component of your salary as a tax-free fringe benefit and this will increase your take home salary.
  • Close to public transport on Sydney's beautiful North Shore.
  • Onsite Car Parking available.
  • Personal Well-Being Initiatives and access to Employee Assistance Program.
  • Professional Development Plans.
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