Elementary Counsellor - 0.2 FTE Temporary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education in Maple Ridge is seeking an Elementary School Counsellor for a 0.2 FTE temporary position from Sept 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The role works itinerantly across multiple schools within SD42 to support students' social, emotional and academic development.

Qualifications include a master’s degree in counselling psychology and a valid BC Teaching Certificate, with strong collaboration skills and

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with professionals and families.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, small-group, and classroom-based counselling to support student development.
• Deliver preventative and intervention-based counselling services.
• Work itinerantly across multiple school communities to address diverse student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to promote student wellbeing.
• Support IEPs and student support plans; provide staff consultation on mental health and behavior.

Skills

Communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master's degree in counselling psychology

BC Teaching Certificate

Job description

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELLOR

(0.2 FTE TEMPORARY)

School District No. 42 (SD42) meets the learning needs of approximately 17,000 students of all ages in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows and is defined by its determination to keep student learning and growth at the heart of all its decisions. With an annual budget of over $200M and over 2,000 staff, the school district provides K-12 educational services in 22 elementary schools, six secondary schools, and two alternate schools. It also provides a variety of certificate programs and relevant quality life‑long learning opportunities through Ridge Meadows College and Continuing Education.

SD42 is looking for a qualified applicant interested in working as a Counsellor in our Safe and Caring Schools program, for a 0.2 FTE Temporary position, effective September 1, 2026 until June 30, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, small-group, and classroom-based counselling to support students’ intellectual, social, emotional, and personal development.
• Deliver preventative and intervention-based counselling services using developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practices.
• Support students in building self-awareness, emotional regulation, social skills, problem-solving abilities, and resiliency.
• Work in an itinerant role across multiple school communities to address diverse and evolving student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and school-based teams to promote student well‑being and success.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and other student support plans.
• Provide consultation to staff and families regarding student mental health, behaviour, and social-emotional needs.
• Coordinate referrals and connect students and families with district and community support services.
• Support students and families during school transitions.
• Contribute to student goal‑setting, decision‑making, and personal planning through age‑appropriate activities.
• Maintain confidential and accurate documentation in accordance with district policies and professional standards.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in counselling psychology or equivalent, combined with successful elementary classroom teaching and counselling experience,
• Valid BC Teaching Certificate & TQS card,
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with other professionals including school based teams, and the ability to work as part of a strong collaborative team.

The district appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information about our School District, please visit sd42.ca/our-district/

Our staff members are the foundation of our system. When you join our school district, you become part of a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them achieve success.