Inclusion Support 9-12 ONLINE - T2526/141

Saanich School District; Victoria; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saanich School District seeks a Continuing Teacher dedicated to fostering a nurturing learning environment. The ideal candidate will possess a valid BC Teaching Certificate, experience in special education, and the ability to adapt teaching methods for diverse learners. This role includes both online and in-person teaching responsibilities and requires effective communication and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Teaching Certificate required.
• Five years successful classroom/Instructional Support experience.
• Successful completion of Teaching and Learning Online course needed.

Responsibilities

• Commitment to supporting a range of student abilities and adapting materials.
• Work both online and in-person based on assignment.
• Development and delivery of online curriculum.

Skills

Effective communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

Post-Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree in Special Education

Tools

Course management software

Asynchronous delivery software

Synchronous delivery software

Job description

District Overview

Driven by our desire to help students thrive in their academic and personal lives, the Saanich School District provides quality educational programs and a safe and nurturing learning environment for the over 7,000 culturally diverse students within its 18 schools. Serving the Saanich Peninsula located just north of Victoria, BC, the district has one of the highest graduation rates in the province and a student body that consistently scores well on annual assessment tests, thanks in large part to the dedication and efforts of our 900 teaching and support staff.

Position - Continuing Teacher

Assignment Type - Continuing

FTE/Point Time - 1.0 Point Time

Assignment will be both online and in-person

Qualifications

All postings require:

• A valid BC Teaching Certificate
• Commitment to support the full range of student abilities
• Effective communication skills with students, parents and colleagues
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• Successful experience with adapting and modifying materials for a diversity of learners
• Working knowledge of using computing technology to support learning
• A commitment to the Principles of Inclusive Schools and Principles of Learning
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
• Post-Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree in Special Education including University course work including the following (or equivalent) courses:
• Student Exceptionality
• Assessment for Special Education
• Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education
• Behavioural, Social and Emotional Needs
• Assistive Technology
• Teaching Students with Developmental Difficulties
• Differentiating Instruction/Inclusive Classrooms
• Advanced Assessment and Intervention
• Development of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
• Five years of demonstrated successful classroom/Instructional Support teacher experience
• Successful completion of Teaching and Learning Online course or demonstrated expertise and experience teaching in an online learning environment
• Fully conversant with current research related to the integration of technology and appropriate pedagogy for distributed learning teaching and learning
  

Desired Characteristics/Attributes

• Demonstrated use of highly successful instructional strategies in the classroom for secondary school age students
• Ability to work closely as a member of a team
• Effective communication skills, demonstrated through positive relationships with students, staff and parents
• Demonstrated ability in online curriculum development and delivery in accordance with the Standards for K-12 distributed learning in B.C.
• Demonstrated comfort/skill in communicating in person, by telephone or online with students and parents
• Experienced in the use of educational technologies for teaching and learning, especially course management software, asynchronous and synchronous distance delivery software
  
  

Applicants who have not demonstrated education or experience in online teaching will be responsible for completing a 100-hour preparatory online course (teaching and learning online and building DL environments) that is recommended by SIDES.

Please Note: Thank you in advance for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All postings close at 10:00 am on the listed closing date unless otherwise specified. If you have any questions regarding this posting please contact