Overview
Inclusive Education Teacher Jobs in Duncan, Canada at Waldorf Education
Sunrise Waldorf School
’s Inclusive Education Teacher supports students to be socially successful and to be included academically in the classroom; designs student interventions; provides individualized and small-group learning support; assists in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs); and works collaboratively with teachers, educational assistants, and families.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Waldorf pedagogy, understanding of Kim John Payne’s Integrated Student Support framework, and has training and/or experience in Inclusive Education, including a working knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). This role supports the social and learning needs of students, contributing to a school culture that prioritizes safety, compassion, and belonging. Teachers commit to understanding and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and reconciliation.
About
Founded in 1980, Sunrise Waldorf School sits on a beautiful seven-acre campus in the Cowichan Valley near Duncan, BC. We are a full AWSNA member school and a Group One Independent School under the BC Ministry of Education. Our Mission: “To educate and inspire students to reach their full potential through a rich and artistic Waldorf curriculum.” All employees uphold our school Philosophy, Mission, and Values, contributing to a warm, inclusive, and child-centered community.
Sunrise is seeking a caring, collaborative, and student-centered educator who:
- Approaches their work through a compassionate, trauma‑informed, and developmentally grounded lens
- Supports teachers in implementing inclusive instructional strategies and UDL
- Has proven success supporting students both 1:1 and in small‑group settings
- Understands child development principles from a Waldorf educational perspective
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, reflective practice, and clear, thoughtful communication
- Navigates diverse learning and behavioural needs with calmness, clarity, and professionalism
- Is committed to fostering warm, inclusive, and supportive classroom environments
- Can lead and contribute to the full cycle of planning, assessment, documentation, and reporting
Key Responsibilities
Inclusive Education Programming
- Maintain current knowledge of BC Inclusive Education policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Apply Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to help teachers create accessible, flexible, and equitable learning environments for all students
- Collaborate with teachers and EAs to design and implement universal and essential supports, including environmental modifications that promote inclusion
- Provide targeted instructional and behavioural support for students requiring additional assistance, including small‑group and short‑term interventions
- Participate actively in the school’s referral processes to support timely access to services
- Facilitate training, co‑teach, model strategies, and coach teachers and EAs to build school‑wide capacity in inclusive and evidence‑based practices
- Conduct and support school‑based assessments (Level‑B and/or Waldorf developmental assessments) within professional scope, gather learning data, and contribute to ongoing progress monitoring
- Identify, curate, and share relevant instructional and learning resources with staff
- Develop, update, and monitor Individual Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring meaningful goal setting, alignment with student needs, and effective implementation
- Facilitate communication and collaborative meetings with teachers, parents, and caregivers, ensuring meaningful participation in planning, problem‑solving, and placement decisions
Care Coordinating Group (CCG)
- Chair and organize the CCG, ensuring all student referrals are tracked and appropriate supports are implemented
- Set agendas, document minutes, and maintain an up‑to‑date weekly traffic report
- Collaborate with teachers and the Education Director to create, monitor, and adjust individualized student support plans
Educational Assistant (EA) Management
- Coordinate EA schedules and support resources in collaboration with the Education Director
- Oversee the delivery and effectiveness of EA‑led student support programs
- Develop and…
Title: Inclusive Education Teacher
Company: Waldorf Education
Location: Duncan, Canada
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