Inclusive Education Teacher-Hamber Secondary Continuing Full-Time with Benefits

Life Skills TeacherEric Hamber Secondary School

Continuing FullTime withBenefits

Only candidates who are fully qualified will be considered for this position

With deep gratitude and respect I am honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xmkym (Musqueam) Swxw7mesh xwumixw (Squamish Nation) & slilwta (TsleilWaututh Nation).

At the VSB we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large urban school district the VSB is one of Canadas most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

Throughout the District more than 7700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students needs applying evidenceinformed practices and building relationships. The VSBs culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students overall wellbeing and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work we champion equity and accountability by making evidencebased decisions. As a learning organization humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them their families and the broader community. For more information about our school district visit

Life Skills Teacher 1.0 FTE)

Life Skills is a small supportive class for student with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and/or autism. Students may exhibit challenging behaviours and complex learning needs. Goals of the program include developing communication skills or communication systems for nonverbal students providing life skills training (e.g. selfhelp personal care) functional academic skills development improving behavioural and social skills working within community recreation facilities to promote physical fitness providing work experience where appropriate and providing transition to postsecondary options. In addition to the teacher the program is staffed with SSAs (the number of support staff is dependent on the students needs). The successful candidate will have a Diploma in Special Education or equivalent course work in addition to experience in the following: Working with students with developmental disabilities and/or autism. Developing implementing and evaluating individualized education plans (IEPs). Using Functional Behaviour Assessments to develop positive behaviour support plans. Liaising with parents school and district staff. Working collaboratively as part of a team. Liaising with a multidisciplinary team (e.g. doctors physiotherapists occupational therapists nurses social workers).

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Bachelor of Education
• Completion of one of the following:Masters in Special Education D iploma in Special Education or one year FullTime Continuing contract as a Special Education/Resource Teacher.
• BC Teaching Certificate
• Registration with the Teacher Qualification Service

Your application MUST include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• 3 Professional References names email addresses and phone numbers of your last three Administrators. Colleagues friends family are not accepted.
• Work VISA or PR Card if you are not a Canadian citizen
• Transcripts
• Reports/Evaluations
  • RecentGrads Your Final Practicum ReportsDo not include lesson observations or midterm reports
  • Experienced Teachers A Teaching Evaluation completed within the past 8 years
• BC Teaching Certificate (TRB) If your application is in process include a screenshot

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Additional Information for Applicants:

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