T2526-129 1.0 FTE Temporary Grades 8-12 Lifeskills Program Support Teacher
T2526-129 1.0 FTE Temporary Grades 8-12 Lifeskills Program Support Teacher
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Job Description
School District 71 is aninclusive learning community that embraces diversity fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged compassionate resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.
We invite applications for the temporary position of:
- 1.0 FTE Grades 812 Lifeskills Support Teacher
- Located at Inclusive Education
The Lifeskills Support Teacher (Low Incidence) will work as a member of the Inclusive Education team to support students with low incidence challenges and Learning Support Teachers classroom Teachers program Teachers Education Assistants the District Low Incidence Team and parent/guardian(s).
Education/Coursework requirements:
- Degree in Special Education (i.e. postsecondary degree or diploma program with special education concentration).
- Completed coursework designed to meet the diverse needs of exceptional learners in the areas of students with special needs learning disabilities strategies for adapting and modifying curriculum differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices.
- Minimum 35 years recent teaching experience K12.
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Working knowledge supported by course work and experience of the special needs arising from autism spectrum disorder moderate to profound intellectual disabilities chronic health impairment and students with dependent handicaps.
- Knowledge of a broad range of both elementary and secondary curriculum and the ability to support teachers on how to adapt and modify curriculum for their students.
- Ability to design and implement programs to meet specific student needs.
- Ability to develop and instruct functional and lifeskills curriculum including independent living and employment readiness skills.
- Ability to plan and implement social communication and executive functioning programs.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school administrators teachers parents and community professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and liaise with parent/guardian(s) community partners and the Student Services Low Incidence Team.
- Ability to assume a leadership role with both teachers and paraprofessional staff and to provide training and problemsolving support.
- Knowledge and ability to implement computer programs with special education technology to support student achievement.
Our educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity critical thinking collaboration communication and social educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry. As lifelong learners themselves our educators embrace diversity apply assessment for learning approaches and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalize candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the districts commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.
Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: Apply:
School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard people are seen and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants employees students and community and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact:and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter resume with supporting documentation and three (3) professional references through applicants with a complete application package may be considered.
We sincerely thank all applicants for considering us an employer of choice. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Review Act.
Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Employment Type
Contract
