Learning Forum - Social Skills Consultant / Consultant-e en analyse des comportements

Toronto French School; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toronto French School is seeking a Consultant to provide behavioral and social-emotional skills training for young children at the La P'tite école branch. The role requires qualifications in psychology, deep insight into child development, and the ability to work closely with educators and parents. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, contributing to a stimulating educational environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Attractive group insurance package

Participation in RRSP plan or OTPP

Generous vacation policy

Multiple professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Understanding and knowledge of child development up to age 7.
• Experience with early childhood education best practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively and develop new procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral and social-emotional skills training.
• Develop behavioral plans and support students with emotional self-management.
• Train teachers and parents on behavioral strategies.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Behavioral Management

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree in Psychology or Related Fields

Job description

Position: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time, Monday to Friday

Location: Toronto campus - 101 Mildenhall Road, Toronto, Ontario, M4N 1T7

Branch: La P'tite école (Age 2 - Grade 1)

Dates: September 2025

About the position:

Reporting to the Executive Director of the Learning Forum and under the day-to-day supervision of La P'tite école Principal, you will provide behavioral and social-emotional skills training, develop plans, counsel, and offer solutions to support children.

Duties will include:

For Individual Students:

• Collect information for behavior assessments and analysis
• Develop behavioral plans in coordination with teachers and parents that are research-based and age-appropriate
• Assist when needed to support students with emotional self-management skills
• Train teachers and parents on the implementation of behavioral strategies for consistent use at school and at home
• Share resources and strategies that are age-appropriate and easy to understand and use by the children
• Communicate with parents and teachers to monitor support and progress
• Implement behavioral plans in a safe, supportive, and positive manner
• Continue appropriate data collection to monitor and evaluate programs/plans including feedback from teachers/staff/parents
• Document actions of daily sessions
• Compile a summary of progress and data collection

For small groups and whole classes:

• Provide small group or 1-1 support and specific programming to increase appropriate social interaction (self-advocacy and assertiveness training, sharing, working together, helping, communication, following instructions)
• Provide social skills training for whole classes using active learning strategies including drama, art, movement, and games. Topics may include emotional self-regulation, meditation skills, self-esteem, assertiveness training, relaxation techniques, etc., as directed by the teacher and student needs
• Consult with and assist teachers as they observe, assess, and report on developmental progress of students.

For Teachers and School Teams:

• Contribute to team meetings to share progress, provide data, and recommend strategies.
• Update the database with progress and provide reports to parents, teachers, and administration.
• Train teachers in workshops to use behavioral strategies as part of the professional development program.
• Provide materials and links on behavioral strategies that can be used as part of the Learning Forum virtual school for teachers and parents

The Consultant will perform other duties in the school as directed by the Executive Director, Learning Forum, or the Principal.

Who we are looking for:

We recruit candidates who embrace our TFS values of integrity, discernment, respect, and engagement. The ideal candidate profile is as follows:

• Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree specializing in psychology, behavior analysis, special education, or related fields of study.
• Thorough understanding and knowledge of child development including cognitive, physical, and social-emotional changes from birth to age 7
• Training and experience in implementing best practices for early childhood education programs and assessing young children’s development.
• Experience in and a passion for working in a school setting with young children
• Training in behavioral management with current knowledge of theory and practice
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administration, and parents to develop new procedures and strategies with a calm and positive approach
• Strong English communication skills, both oral and written, are required.
• French language is a definite asset.
• Uses a consistent, caring, and supportive approach in working with young children

What we offer:

TFS is an exceptional place to work, and our offers are generous as well as competitive in the marketplace in terms of:

• A competitive compensation
• An attractive group insurance package and participation in a RRSP plan or OTPP
• Generous vacation policy and additional paid time off
• A stimulating working environment
• Multiple professional development opportunities
• A rewarding career where you can make a difference

TFS welcomes applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

If you require accommodation, please notify us in advance, and we will work with you to meet your needs. TFS is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and a résumé here as soon as possible. Please use the candidate portal through the link provided.