Company: Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg (DSJ)
Location: Parktown, Johannesburg, South Africa
Closing Date: 21 November 2025
Job Description:
The Deutsche Internationale Schule Johannesburg (DSJ) is seeking an enthusiastic and committed freelance speech therapist to join their educational team immediately. The role primarily involves working with preschool and primary school children, diagnosing and treating language, speech, and communication disorders.
Key Responsibilities:
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Diagnosis and Therapy: Assess and treat children with language, speech, and communication disorders.
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Early Intervention & Prevention: Focus on early diagnosis and intervention to prevent long-term issues.
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Collaborative Work: Work closely with teachers, the Head of the Phoenix Centre, school psychologists, and assistants to develop and implement individual support plans. This includes team discussions, parent meetings, and case conferences.
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Consultation & Training: Advise and train educational staff to foster an inclusive language environment in the classroom.
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Documentation & Reporting: Track and document therapy progress and prepare detailed reports.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
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A completed degree in Speech Therapy / Speech-Language Pathology.
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Registration with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa).
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Experience working with preschool and primary school children.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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Independent, well-organized, and empathetic working style.
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Enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration.
Important Notice:
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This is a freelance position.
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Facilities provided by the school, with fees paid directly by the parents of the children receiving therapy.
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The speech therapist is responsible for managing their own billing.
Why Work at DSJ?
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Commitment to Diversity: DSJ is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce.
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Supportive Environment: The school offers an inclusive, collaborative work environment with various support structures in place.
How to Apply:
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit the following by 21 November 2025:
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Letter of Motivation
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Abridged CV with the names of three references
Email applications to: baggottc@dsjmail.co.za
Note:
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DSJ reserves the right not to proceed with filling this position.
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Only successful candidates will be contacted.
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Confidentiality: All personal information of applicants will be kept confidential. By submitting your application, you consent to DSJ using your personal data in the recruitment process.
For more information, you can visit: www.dsj.co.za