Inclusion Support/Learning Assistance - T2627/327

Saanich School District; Victoria; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Saanich School District is seeking a Temporary Teacher for a 0.6 FTE assignment, Tue–Thu, in our elementary schools near Victoria, BC. The role focuses on inclusive instruction, collaboration with staff and families, and adapting materials for diverse learners.

Qualified candidates will hold a BC Teaching Certificate and a Bachelor of Education (Elementary). A Post-Graduate Diploma or Master’s in Special Education with listed coursework is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education (Elementary) required.
• PG/MA in Special Education with core courses listed.
• Five years of classroom or instructional support experience.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Experience with using technology to support learning.

Skills

Commitment to inclusive schools

Effective communication

Professional development

Differentiated instruction

Educational technology in learning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education (Elementary)

Post-Graduate Diploma or Master’s in Special Education

Courses: Student Exceptionality

Courses: Assessment for Special Education

Courses: Collaboration and Consultation in Special Education

Five years classroom/instructional support experience

Tools

Assistive technology

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

Temporary Teacher

Assignment Type

Temporary

FTE/Point Time

0.6 Point Time

Please be advised that this posting was vacated under Appendix C of the Staffing LOU. As such, the successful candidate will not be able to vacate this position using Appendix C as each position can only be vacated once as per clause (c): "a position vacated during the school year in accordance with this appendix cannot be vacated subsequently by another teacher in accordance with this appendix".

Schedule

Tuesday - Thursday

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 (Elementary)
• Post-Graduate Diploma or Master’s Degree in Special Education including University course work in 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
• Five years of demonstrated successful classroom/Instructional Support teacher experience

Desirable Characteristics/Attributes

• Demonstrated use of highly successful instructional strategies in the classroom for elementary 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

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