Educational Psychologist (1.00 FTE Temporary)

School District #39 (Vancouver); Vancouver; Vor Ort; CAD 90.000 - 115.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Vancouver School Board invites applications for the position of Educational Psychologist – 1.00 FTE Temporary.

The role centers on psycho-educational assessment and collaboration with school-based teams to determine appropriate assessment requests, with responsibility to develop program strategies and modifications based on assessment results and to produce timely written reports for teams and families.

Qualifikationen

• Certified or able to be certified by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC)
• Master’s degree in school psychology or Educational Psychology
• Bachelor of Education and classroom teaching experience is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with teachers, parents, school administrators and community agencies

Aufgaben

• Psycho-educational assessment of students in the district.
• Collaborate with school-based teams to determine appropriate assessment requests.
• Develop program strategies and modifications based on assessment results.
• Produce written reports in a timely fashion and report out to teams and families.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Collaboration

Assessment

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in School Psychology or Educational Psychology

Bachelor of Education

CHCPBC certification (or eligible)

Jobbeschreibung

The Vancouver School Board welcomes applications for the position of:

Educational Psychologist - 1.00 FTE Temporary

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems.

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).We embrace Indigenous ways of knowing and learning and work to expand Indigenous perspectives across the curriculum and within our 107 schools and programs, where more than 50,000 students learn and grow.

Equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. More than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in the VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics. Students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging are equally important. We strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we seek to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. Our work is guided by theVSB Education Planand grounded in the embedded equity statement. For more information about our school district, visithttps://www.vsb.bc.ca/.

Teacher psychologists are responsible for the psycho-educational assessment of students in the district. They work collaboratively with school-based teams to determine appropriate assessment requests. They are also responsible for developing program strategies and modifications based on their assessment results, suggesting support activities to ensure the inclusion of diverse learners, producing a written report in a timely fashion and reporting out to teams and families.

POSITION DETAILS:

School psychologists are responsible for the psycho- educational assessment of students in the district. They work collaboratively with school based teams to determine appropriate assessment requests. They are also responsible for developing program strategies and modifications based on their assessment results, suggesting support activities to ensure the inclusion of diverse learners, producing a written report in a timely fashion, and reporting out to teams and families.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong commitment to excellence in supporting students with disabilities and diverse abilities
• Certified or able to be certified by the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC)
• Master’s degree in school psychology or Educational Psychology
• Bachelor of Education and classroom teaching experience is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with teachers, parents, school administrators and community agencies
• Superior work ethic and social emotional competencies, excellent reflective judgment and commitment to building learning communities.

Your application portfolio must include the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Academic Transcripts
• Reports/Evaluations:
  • RecentGraduates require final Practicum Reports
  • Experienced Teachers require a recent Teaching Evaluation (not lesson observations) within the past 8 years
• 3 Professional References -email and phone numbers
  • Recent Graduates to include your Faculty Advisor, School Advisor(s)and one or more of the following: Principal, Vice principal or most recent previousemployer.
  • Experienced Teachers to include current Principal, Vice Principal and previous Administrator(s)

Wedo not accept friends or teaching colleagues as references

We do not notify unsuccessful applicants or respond to inquiries regarding the status of an application.

We will contact applicants directly if we are interested in moving forward or if an application requires additional information.

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Register on Make a Future:http://www.makeafuture.ca/and create a profile under the Category"Teachers, Principals & Superintendents. "

2. Click onJob Postings thenSearch

3.Select the Job you are qualified for

4. Answer ALL of the job posting questions then clickApply

5. Upload ALL supporting documents

6. Once you submit your application you will receive a confirmation email from Make a Future

Additional Information for Applicants:

As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (“VSB”) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (“FIPPA”), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please [e-mail] .

The VSB has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s. 42(3) of the Human Rights Code. Under this special program, the VSB seeks to preferentially hire Aboriginal persons to a variety of teaching positions. Therefore, each applicant may wish to provide, on a voluntary basis, information whether they self-identify as an Aboriginal person.