Job Description

Job Summary

SES is looking for a SPED Teacher to work with us on our Grade 6-12 programs and build relationships with students, families, and staff in our community. Required to teach in Stz'uminus Community School as assigned by the SCS Principal.

Responsibilities

Case Management

Facilitate the development and review of competency-based IEPs with families, teachers, EAs, specialists, elders, and administration.

Schedule and chair IEP meetings; take and share meeting minutes

Liaise with outside agencies, including but not limited to VICAN, pediatricians, family doctors, MCFD-CYSN, OTs, SLPs, PTs, DHH/Visually impaired supports

Maintain all Spec. Ed records in the students' file

Support CLBC paperwork

Ensure all necessary paperwork is up to date for transitions

Bring the team together for all "report outs" (OT, PT, SLP, Psych Eds), which include family, administration, teachers, Elders, the Inclusion Team, and EAs.

School-Based Team:

Respond to referrals from classroom teachers

Support teachers at meetings with families

Consult with a Psychologist

Facilitate Psychoeducational assessments

Develop/acquire resources: visuals, equipment, sensory tools, technology

Will be required to teach high school courses as required by SCS Principal.

Students:

Support classroom teachers with inclusive, differentiated instruction in their classrooms

Target skills with individuals/groups, in or out of class

Level B assessments

Respond to emerging safety / behaviour concerns

Monitor progress

Support student behaviour

Support classroom management to create necessary interventions to support behaviours

SES Community Responsibilities:

Build and maintain a respected reputation in the community

Collaborate with staff and community members to understand and realize SES vision, mission and provocative propositions

Attend staff meetings, professional development, community events, etc., as required

Attend SES Staff Hul'q'umi'num and culture classes

Adhere to SES policies and procedures

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor or designee

Requirements

Certification with the BC Teacher Regulation Branch

SLP experience required

Bachelor's degree in Education

A master's degree in special education is considered an asset.

Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience preferred

Knowledge of special education principles, theories, testing, methods, etc., as well as proven methods of maximizing the education experience of students with diverse needs.

Knowledge of differentiated instruction based on student learning

Able to care for self and others in challenging conditions

Dedication to incorporating our Indigenous, Coast Salish culture, Hul'q'umi'num language and Stz'uminus ways of knowing in both teaching and personal learning

A collaborative team player who respects and values what each member of the program contributes to the education of our learners

Recognize and respond to the signs, symptoms and risks of trauma

Utilize trauma-aware practices and communication to facilitate healing-centred relationships

Confirmation and maintenance of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check for working with Vulnerable Persons

Passionate about supporting Indigenous students in expanding their learning.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $64,496.00-$96,957.00 per year

Licence/Certification:

Teaching Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person