District Elementary School Counsellor

St. Clement's School; Powell River; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

qathet School District invites applications for a temporary (1.00 FTE) District School Counsellor Teacher position starting as soon as possible. The District serves about 3,000 students across elementary and secondary schools and values equity and diversity in its staff.

The assignment runs until June 30, 2027, with salary on the grid based on qualifications and length of service. Applications require a cover letter, resume, transcripts, practicum reports, references, and TRB status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education is required.
• Masters in School Counselling or Counselling Psychology is preferred.
• TRB registration or eligibility is required.
• TQS registration is required.
• Knowledge of diverse student needs and inclusive practices.
• Ability to support prevention and wellness programs.
• Ability to collaborate with School-Based Teams.
• Counselling and consultation with staff and parents.
• Awareness of community programs for students and families.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.

Education

Bachelor of Education

Masters degree in School Counselling or Counselling Psychology

Membership in or eligible to become a member of the BC TRB

Registration with the TQS

Knowledge of diverse student needs

Support and delivery of prevention and wellness programs

Collaboration with School-Based Teams

Counselling children and youth and consulting with staff/parents

Awareness of community-based programs

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

qathet School District is committed to equity and diversity, and a staff team that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly face discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour or religion; persons with physical and/or mental disabilities; and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations and gender identities.

Temporary External Posting 2026-2027 (T26273181)

District Elementary School Counsellor

qathet School District invites applications from qualified teachers for a temporary (1.00 FTE) District School Counsellor Teacher position starting as soon as possible.

The District serves the educational needs of approximately 3000 students through elementary and secondary (Gr. 8-12) schools and other educational programs and employs approximately 400 staff.

Located on the Sunshine Coast, combining the natural beauty, amazing outdoor recreation opportunities associated with the Powell River lifestyle, and an exciting and fulfilling work environment, it is ideal for those pursuing a healthy balance both professionally and personally.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Bachelor of Education
• Masters degree in School Counselling or Counselling Psychology
• Membership in or eligible to become a member of the BC Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB)
• Registration with the Teacher Qualification Service (TQS)
• Knowledge of diverse student needs and inclusive practices
• Ability to support the delivery of prevention and wellness programs
• Ability to support and collaborate with School-Based Teams
• Demonstrated skills and knowledge in counselling children and youth and consulting with school staff and parents
• Awareness of community-based programs and services for students and families in the District and community, including other counselling services
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills

The annual salary for teaching positions range from $63,257 to $112,806, with placement on the grid based on length of service, qualifications and FTE, in accordance with the collective agreement.

Application Details

The assignment is temporary and will end upon further notice or June 30, 2027.

Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Academic Transcripts
• Practicum Reports/Evaluations
• Three Professional References-email and phone numbers
• TRB (Teacher Regulation Branch) Status

Deadline for applications is Monday, September 21, 2026, at 2:00 pm.

For any additional questions for this posting, please contact Tawnie Gaudreau at [phone] or by email to [e-mail].

We appreciate all interest in this position, however, only those selected for a further interview will be contacted by the District.