Chris Rose Therapy and Resource Teacher

School District #73 (Kamloops/Thompson); Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Canada is seeking a Chris Rose Therapy and Resource Teacher to support students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. This 1.0 FTE continuing position requires overseeing educational programs, providing direct instruction, and collaborating with school teams. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Special Education specializing in Autism, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or Diploma in Special Education with a specialty in Autism.
• Exemplary leadership, interpersonal, organizational, communication and teaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the education program of students at the Chris Rose Therapy Centre.
• Provide direct instruction to students at the Chris Rose Therapy Centre.
• Ongoing liaison with students’ catchment school team.
• Coordinate students’ transition planning back to catchment school.
• Collaborate on development and implementation of IEPs.

Skills

Exemplary leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Education

Masters Degree or Diploma in Special Education with a specialty in Autism

Job description

Overview

CHRIS ROSE THERAPY AND RESOURCE TEACHER

This is a 1.0 FTE Continuing position effective September 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028. This is a position of Special Responsibility and will be filled by competition. The Chris Rose Therapy and Resource Teacher position is designed to support the learning of students who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a specialized and focused learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the education program of students at the Chris Rose Therapy Centre
• Provide direct instruction to students at the Chris Rose Therapy Centre
• Ongoing liaison with students’ catchment school team to ensure effective educational program delivery
• Coordinate students’ transition planning back to catchment school
• Collaborate on the development and implementation of IEPs
• Liaise with outside agencies
• Support the care, use and management of assistive technology
• Provide modeling and mentorship to home school staff according to evidence-based practice
• Work collaboratively with families to support transition back to home school
• Any other duties as needed

Qualifications

• Masters Degree or Diploma in Special Education with a specialty in Autism
• Exemplary leadership, interpersonal, organizational, communication and teaching skills

School District No. 73 is an equal opportunity employer. All applications are considered on the basis of their suitability for the position(s), regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, racial origin, marital status and/or disabilities of the prospective candidate.

If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Associate Superintendent John Wiedrick, [e-mail]

Application Details

Letters of application complete with resumes and the names of at least three references must be submitted to:

John Wiedrick, Associate Superintendent - Human Resources

School District No. 73 (Kamloops-Thompson)

1383 9th Avenue, Kamloops, BC V2C 3X7

Phone [phone]