Student Support Services/Well-Being Coordinator - Secondary

Lambton Kent District School Board; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Lambton Kent District School Board as a Student Support Services/Well-Being Coordinator, where you will support schools in providing essential programs and interventions. Collaborate with various educational and community partners and enhance the educational experience for students. This permanent position requires a strong foundation in special education and involves engaging with families and community resources.

Qualifications

• Must be certified and qualified to teach in Ontario.
• Experience in special education is preferred.
• Willingness to become a certified BMS trainer is required.

Responsibilities

• Support schools in implementing tiered supports and interventions.
• Engage with community agencies for special education support.
• Attend evening meetings and manage special education reviews.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Team involvement

Education

Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification

Special Education Part 1

Special Education Part 2

Job description

Title: Student Support Services/Well-Being Coordinator - Secondary

Start Date: September 2025

Position Type: Permanent

Position Open To: All applicants

Posting Overview

Reporting to the System Coordinator of Student Support Services/Well-Being, the Student Support Services/Well-Being Coordinator will primarily be responsible for supporting a group of schools throughout the board to coordinate program and support the implementation of the tiered model. Working within a coaching model, the Student Support Services/Well-Being Coordinator will build capacity with resource teachers and school teams to implement tiered supports and interventions through scheduled in-school support, modelling, facilitation of professional development opportunities, and collaboration with Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and multi-disciplinary team members.

The Student Support Services/Well-Being Coordinator Will

• ensure the implementation of Board policy and Ministry regulations and completion of required supporting documentation;
• engage and liaise with community agencies and services;
• provide direct support to a family of schools for items related to Special Education and Program;
• attend evening meetings;
• have responsibility for Identification, Placement and Review Committee and Special Education responsibilities as outlined in the Ontario Education Act;
• be willing to become certified as a Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) trainer to support BMS philosophy and capacity building;
• provide coaching support to schools on a daily basis which may include lunch and learns and afterschool professional development.
  
  

Qualifications/Experience

• Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification;
• Special Education Part 1 minimum is required;
• Special Education Part 2 and/or Special Education Specialist is preferred;
• Additional qualifications in Mathematics and/or Literacy is preferred;
• Experience as a school Resource Teacher and/or Special Classroom teacher is an asset;
• Participation in current secondary school initiatives such as Multi-disciplinary Team, Guidance support, school-based Literacy team, Student Success team, School Improvement Planning, phonological awareness work, Heggerty and work with the Math Continua are an asset;
• Sound working knowledge of current Special Education legislation is an asset;
• Leadership skills including, organization, planning, effective communication, human relations, problem solving, judgement and team involvement both as a leader and participant;
• Experience working within a coaching model is an asset;
• Behaviour Management Systems Training is an asset;
• ABA Training and experience is an asset;
• Trauma-informed training and experience is an asset;
• travel throughout the District is required.
  
  

Position Effective Date & Length

One position available effective September 2025 for a three-year term pending annual budget approval.

School assignments to be determined.

Allowance according to Collective Agreement (Level 1).

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume before 4:00 p.m. on the posting closing date. Applications will only be accepted through our online process. Inquiries can be directed to: Sam Zoccano, Recruitment Officer at .

All applicants will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please contact Apply to Education directly prior to the deadline date and time.

The Lambton Kent District School Board Is Committed To Supporting Inclusive And Equitable Learning And Work Environments For All. Through Our Recruitment And Selection Process, We Strive To Provide a Qualified Workforce That Reflects The Diversity Of Our Communities. We Welcome Applications From Candidates With Diverse Background And Lived Experiences As a Member Of a Marginalized Group, Including But Not Limited To

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.
  
  

The LKDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practice in compliance with the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (A.O.D.A.). In compliance with the A.O.D.A., the Lambton Kent District School Board will make necessary accommodations for applicants with disabilities to support participation in the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources if you require assistance.