SPED Teacher

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