T26-247 Temporary, Full-Time, Resource Teacher, & Learning Assistance Teacher

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Chilliwack; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association, via Make a Future Careers in BC Education, seeks a Resource / Learning Assistance Teacher for Mount Slesse Middle School. It is a temporary, full-time appointment with a December 18, 2026 end-or return timeline and a September 21, 2026 deadline.

Immediate start is required as per district needs. The role requires extensive knowledge of special education, Level B assessments, IEPs, and collaboration with school teams to support diverse

Qualifications

• extensive academic training and post-graduate coursework in areas: students with special needs; assessment/testing theory and practice (Level B); strategies for adapting and modifying curriculum

Job description

Posting Number : T2 6 - 247

Date Issued: September 11, 2026

POSITION -

Worksite : Mount Slesse MiddleSchool

Contract Type : Temporary, Full-Time

Assignment Area(s) : Resource / Learning Assistance Teacher

Salary Range : $63,347 to $116,190 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)

Effective Date : Immediately, to not later than December 18, 2026 (or return of teacher)

Deadline for Applications: Monday, September 21, 2026, by 12:00 pm

Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience:

• extensive academic training and post-graduate coursework in the following areas: students with special needs; assessment/testing theory and practice (Level B); strategies for adapting and modifying curriculum
• knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services
• demonstrated experience and ability in being able to carry out a variety of assessments, including classroom observation, curriculum-based assessment and diagnostic teaching methods, administration and interpretation of Level B Assessments including the WIAT, PPVT, Key Math and TOWL
• demonstrated experience in and knowledge of methods for evaluating and selecting instructional materials suitable for students with a variety of special needs and learning disabilities
• demonstrated understanding of and successful experience in teaching students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, autism, chronic health and physical disabilities, and multiple disabilities as defined by the Ministry of Education
• knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Competency-Based IEPs in consultation with the classroom teacher(s), parent(s), student, and district personnel
• extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching in all areas of this assignment
• knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as applied to all areas of this assignment
• willingness to attend District training to learn and implement Competency Based IEP's
• demonstrated ability to lead, coordinate and integrate competency-based and inclusive support services through the school-based team (consultation, collaborative planning, coordination, case management, direct instruction/intervention, transition planning) for students
• proven ability to collaborate with school-based team members and staff to support all diverse learners
• willingness to team teach and co-teach to provide whole class support with a pull-out / push-in model
• demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• demonstrated ability to organize, maintain, and integrate a continuum of support services and resources at the school level, including scheduling and supporting the work of Educational Assistants
• demonstrated ability to collaboratively lead, develop and oversee the implementation of Competency-Based IEPs that ensure students have multiple access points to the curriculum and can demonstrate their learning through multiple modalities and digital portfolios
• proven ability to coordinate services and partner with school, district, community and provincial organizations and resources (for example, POPARD, SET-BC, MCFD)
• demonstrated knowledge of Ministry accountability and audit requirements and processes
• demonstrated ability to collaborate with teaching colleagues to implement and support inclusive practices (inquiry/project based/experiential learning), UDL, and alternate demonstrations of learning and co-teaching
• demonstrated ability and a desire to participate in a professional learning community that fosters innovation, risk-taking and collaboration
• demonstration of, and commitment to Indigenizing curriculum using the First Peoples Principles of Learning
• demonstrated excellent classroom management, the ability to establish and maintain positive, respectful, and collaborative relationships with colleagues, students, parents/guardians, and community partners within an inclusive, diverse, and equitable school environment

For Further Information Contact : Devin Atkins, Principal; Scott Millington, Acting Principal; T.J. Klim, Acting Vice Principal [phone]