T2526-128 1.0 FTE Temporary District Inclusion Support Teacher
T2526-128 1.0 FTE Temporary District Inclusion Support Teacher
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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 K12 District Inclusion Support Teacher and Low Arousal Team Lead
The District Inclusion Support Teacher works as a member of the Inclusive Education department supporting students with diverse learning and behavioural needs the LST classroom teacher EAs and parents.
The District Inclusion Support Teacher works as a member of a team and will have a combination of site based and district responsibilities including case management and implementation of behavioral strategies and learning programs for complex learners. The Support Teacher may act as a liaison between the school and communitybased agencies.
As the Low Arousal Team Lead the District Inclusion Support Teacher responsibilities will include district and school training as well as the provision of responsive support in specific complex situations.
Education/Coursework requirements:
- Masters of Education in Special Education
- Completed coursework design to meet the diverse needs of exceptional learners in areas: Student with Special Needs Learning disabilities Strategies for adapting and modifying curriculum differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices.
- Specific knowledge and training in nonviolent crisis intervention. Specific Low Arousal Training preferred.
- Minimum 35 years recent Inclusive Education teaching experience K12.
The successful candidate must demonstrate:
- 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
- Working knowledge supported by course work and experience of the special needs arising from autism spectrum disorder moderate to profound intellectual disabilities chronic health impairments and students with dependent handicaps
- Ability to lead training opportunities in non violent crisis intervention.
- Ability to design and implement programs to meet specific student needs
- Ability to guide teachers in developing meaningful IEPs with appropriate goals objectives and reporting
- Ability to develop and instruct functional curriculum
- Ability to plan and implement social communication and executive functioning programs
- Skills and ability to develop transition plans for students at the entry and exit points in the school system
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with school administrators teachers parents community professionals
- Demonstrated ability to case manage work as part of a multidisciplinary team and liaise with parents community partners and the District Inclusion Support Team
- Ability to assume a leadership role with both teacher and paraprofessional staff and to provide training and problem solving
- 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
