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Community Living Hamilton

Program Assistant

Hamilton, ON · On-site

Program Assistant Employment Type: Part-time (a minimum of 24 hours per week) This is an existing ... French language fluency, or other language fluency considered an asset. To Apply: If this describes ...

M'Chigeeng First Nation

TEACHER ASSISTANT

M'chigeeng, ON

$25.20 - $35/wk

... language pathologists * Monitor students during recesses and lunch breaks * May assist with ... preparing tests and worksheets * Interact effectively with students * Assist in school library or ...

ParaMed

Speech Language Pathologist

Owen Sound, ON · Remote

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide communityvisits to assess abilities and needs of ... These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is ...

M'Chigeeng First Nation

TEACHER ASSISTANT

M'chigeeng, ON · On-site

CA$25.20/wk

... language pathologists * Monitor students during recesses and lunch breaks * May assist with ... preparing tests and worksheets * Interact effectively with students * Assist in school library or ...

Six Nations Polytechnic

Shop Assistant

Brantford, ON · On-site

CA$20.79 - CA$24.36/hr

The Shop Assistant provides operational and administrative support by preparing materials and ... EXPERIENTIAL KNOWLEDGE / CULTURE AND LANGUAGE EXPERTISE Up to and including 1 year of experience in ...

Brockville General Hospital

CA$25.65 - CA$31.33/hr

Speech Language Pathology Union Association : CUPE SALARY: $25.65-$31.33/Hour Hours: 1 day a week 8 ... The Assistant will practice under the guidance and direction of the Speech-Language Pathologist.

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Language Assistant information

What is a language assistant?

Language Assistants are professionals who support language learning and communication in educational or organizational settings. They often assist teachers or instructors by helping students develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in a target language. Their responsibilities may include leading conversation practice, preparing teaching materials, and providing cultural insights. Language Assistants are commonly found in schools, universities, and language immersion programs. Their work helps create a more interactive and authentic language learning environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a language assistant?

To excel as a Language Assistant, you typically need proficiency in the target language, a relevant degree or certification, and a solid grasp of language teaching methodologies. Familiarity with digital learning platforms, classroom management tools, and language assessment systems is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability help foster an engaging and effective learning environment. These capabilities are crucial for supporting language development, encouraging student participation, and ensuring successful communication across diverse classrooms.

What challenges do language assistants face in a classroom setting?

Language Assistants often encounter challenges such as adapting to different teaching styles, managing large groups of students, and overcoming language barriers with both students and staff. They need to be flexible and creative in supporting lesson plans and engaging students with diverse language backgrounds. Collaborating closely with lead teachers and being proactive in communication helps them integrate smoothly into the team and address these challenges effectively.

What is the difference between Language Assistant vs Language Tutor?

AspectLanguage AssistantLanguage Tutor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; language proficiencyHigh school diploma or higher; language proficiency; teaching certification (optional)
Work EnvironmentSchools, cultural centers, language programsPrivate lessons, language schools, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, government programsPrivate clients, language schools, online platforms
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for assisting language instructionFocuses on personalized language teaching

The main difference between a Language Assistant and a Language Tutor lies in their roles and settings. Language Assistants typically support classroom instruction in schools or cultural programs, often working under supervision. Language Tutors usually provide one-on-one or small group lessons, often independently or through private platforms. Both roles require language proficiency, but tutors may have additional teaching certifications. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find the right position based on their skills and career goals.

What cities in Ontario are hiring for Language Assistant jobs?

Cities in Ontario with the most Language Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Language Assistant job openings in Ontario as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

2526-75 - 1.0 FTE Speech Language Pathologist

Northwest Catholic District School Board

Sioux Lookout, ON

Full-time, Contractor

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

THE NORTHWEST CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Speech Language Pathologist
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING #25/26 - 75
1 .0 FTE Speech Language Pathologist, Sacred Heart School
(10 month or 12 month position)
Commencing: as soon as possible
The Northwest Catholic District School Board is a system committed to Catholic Education. The Board serves the communities of Dryden, Fort Frances, Sioux Lookout, Atikokan and Stratton in Northwestern Ontario. The Board operates five elementary schools, serving a total of approximately 1300 students..
As a member of the Administrative Team, the incumbent will work from Sioux Lookout and is responsible for planning and coordinating speech language services and providing direct services to our students by:
• Providing professional consultation services to Board staff regarding assessment and treatment of students and collaborating with the school teams in the development of individual programs for students with communication difficulties.
• Assisting teachers in the development of skills and knowledge related to communication/speech language needs
of students.
• Providing therapy for students with mild to moderate articulation delays and language disorders.
• Providing speech and language screening and assessment and referring students with speech and/or language difficulties for therapy with the Speech Assistant.
• Directing and supervising the Speech Assistant implementation of therapy and programs.
• Compiling statistical information and reports to ensure accountability through early on-going identification of and to evaluate Early Learning students.
• Providing home programming according to the communication needs of the student.
• Demonstrating and modelling speech and language therapy techniques for school staff and parents/guardians and monitoring classroom and home programs.
• Liaising with outside agencies providing services to students with communication difficulties.
• Presenting workshops and in-service programs to school staff and parents/guardians as requested to promote early intervention for the development of speech, language and literacy skills for students.
Required Qualifications: • Completion of a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or working towards completion or equivalent.
• Registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) or eligible to
register with CASLPO.
• A solid grounding in the faith and moral principles of Catholic faith.
• Extensive clinical experience working with students in a school or similar setting.
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, collaboration and problem solving skills.
Salary/Benefits: • $88,878 to $95,648 (10 month) or $106,654 to $114,778 (12 month), dependent upon experience and qualifications.
• We also offer a comprehensive and generous benefit package including vacation, personal leave and enrollment into the OMERS Pension Plan.
Application Procedure: Interested applicants must submit the following to Natalie Katona, Human Resource Administrator, via email only hrdepartment@tncdsb.on.ca:
• Cover letter and resume outlining academic and professional qualifications as well as relevant experience.
• Name, address and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references, one (1) of which must be a current supervisor, with written authorization to contact references in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
This position will remain open until filled.
Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Criminal Background Check.
Kathy Bryck, Board Chair J

Jackie Robinson, Director of Education
Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available during the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at (807) 274-2931 ext. 1236.

This position is for an existing vacancy YES This posting is for a newly created position NO

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