Inclusive Education Teachers (Continuing Full-Time with Benefits)

Vancouver School Board; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking passionate Inclusive Education Teachers to join their diverse team. This full-time role involves working with students with developmental disabilities and autism, providing tailored instruction, and collaborating with families and professionals to create a supportive learning environment. The Vancouver School Board is committed to equity and inclusivity, ensuring that all students receive exceptional educational experiences. If you are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking district that values diversity and innovation in education.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Environment

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Completion of a Bachelor of Education is mandatory.
• Masters or Diploma in Special Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to students with developmental disabilities.
• Develop and evaluate individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Liaise with parents and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Assessment Techniques

Collaboration

Behavior Management

Education

Bachelor of Education

Masters in Special Education

Diploma in Special Education

Educational Assistant Program

Tools

Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Functional Behaviour Assessments

Job description

Inclusive Education Teachers (1.0 FTE)

Continuing Full-Time with Benefits

This is a full-time continuing contract position with benefits; therefore, applicants must be available to work every day. Teachers are typically placed in long term temporary positions such as medical/parental leaves or continuing vacancies. In the event that there are no long-term assignments/vacancies, the successful applicant will be guaranteed day-to-day work.

Only candidates who are fully qualified will be considered for this position.

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 and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

The Role:

• May work in areas that range from inclusive classroom settings to smaller self-contained classrooms.
• Works with students with developmental disabilities and/or autism.
• Conducts a variety of assessments including classroom observation, curriculum based, informal and formal.
• Provides direct instruction to students using a variety of teaching and management strategies.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates individualized education plans (IEPs).
• Uses Functional Behaviour Assessments to develop positive behaviour support plans.
• Liaisons with parents, school, district staff and multi-disciplinary team (eg. doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, social workers).
• Works collaboratively as part of a team.

Qualifications:

• Completion of a Bachelor of Education.
• Completion of one of the following:
• Masters in Special Education
• Diploma in Special Education
• 1 year Full-Time Continuing contract as a Resource Teacher.
• Prior teaching experience is an asset.
• Completion of an Educational Assistant program and/or experience as an Educational Assistant is an asset.
• Membership in or eligible to become a member in the Teacher Regulation Branch.
• Registration with the Teacher Qualification Service.

Your application MUST include:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• 3 Professional References - names, email addresses and phone numbers of your last three Administrators. Colleagues, friends, family are not accepted.
• Work VISA or PR Card, if you are not a Canadian citizen.
• Transcripts
• Reports/Evaluations
• Recent Grads - Your Final Practicum Reports - Do not include lesson observations or mid-term reports.
• Experienced Teachers - A Teaching Evaluation completed within the past 8 years.
• BC Teaching Certificate (TRB) – If your application is in process, include a screenshot.

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Register on Make a Future: http://www.makeafuture.ca
2. Create a profile.
3. Click on Job Postings then click Search.
4. Select the Job you are qualified for.
5. Answer ALL job posting questions then click Apply.
6. Upload ALL supporting documents.
7. You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted.

Applicants will be contacted directly if we are interested in moving forward or if an application requires additional information.

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.

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.