District requires a 1.0 PERMANENT Elementary Teacher/Counsellor for Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge

School District 59 Peace River South; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a dedicated Elementary Teacher/Counsellor to join their team in Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge. The successful candidate will work with the elementary counselling team to support students' social/emotional well-being and academic success. Responsibilities include developing individualized learning plans, collaborating with staff, and participating in district meetings. This position offers relocation and travel allowances, emphasizing a commitment to quality education in a diverse community.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance up to $5,000

Northern Travel Allowance up to $4,000 annually

Remote and Rural Allowance approximately $2,519 per FTE

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate.
• Experience in curriculum adaptation for diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Support schools in Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge as an Elementary Teacher/Counsellor.
• Develop interventions for students' behaviors and well-being.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Classroom Management

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Counselling

BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate

Job description

District requires a 1.0 PERMANENT Elementary Teacher/Counsellor for Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge

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Position Details

Effective September 1, 2025, this position will be based in Chetwynd, working with the District elementary counselling team to support schools in Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge.

The successful applicant will possess a Master's Degree in Counselling and will focus on assessing and developing interventions for students' behaviors, social/emotional well-being, and self-determination. Interventions may be delivered individually, in small groups, or in classroom settings. The candidate will participate in planning and implementing behavior plans, liaising with outside agencies as needed, and supporting students in transferring skills across environments. The role also involves providing direction and support to district intervention workers.

Members of the District Learning Services team are required to attend district meetings, participate in in-service training, and travel to other communities as needed.

For more information, please contact Jan Proulx at 250-782-8571.

District Overview

School District No. 59 (Peace River South) is located in northeastern British Columbia, serving Dawson Creek, Tumbler Ridge, and Chetwynd, with a student population of approximately 3,500, including 33% self-identifying as having Aboriginal ancestry. The district encompasses 19 schools, ranging from 25 to 650 students, and is involved in various partnerships with local agencies, emphasizing quality education and continuous learning.

Qualifications and Experience

• Hold, or be qualified for, a valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate.
• Experience in curriculum adaptation and modification to meet diverse student needs.
• Experience teaching primary to secondary students.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills, with a willingness to implement school initiatives.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of social responsibility performance standards.
• Familiarity with the outcomes and evaluation processes of the new curriculum.
• Experience with individualized and group instruction using effective strategies.
• Experience teaching in multi-age settings.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Training in teaching ELL students.
• Ability to develop and implement individualized learning plans for students with social, emotional, and academic challenges.
• Willingness to collaborate on school improvement plans.
• Knowledge of Criterion Based Referencing and Performance Based Assessment, and Balanced Literacy.
• Experience working with students exhibiting a variety of behaviors.

Benefits

• Relocation Allowance up to $5,000.
• Northern Travel Allowance up to $4,000 annually.
• Remote and Rural Allowance approximately $2,519 per FTE.

Additional Information

Employees qualify for various residency and tax benefits. For more details, contact Jan Proulx at 250-782-8571.