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T2627-238 FTE Temporary Grades K-12 District Inclusion Support Teacher Jobs in Courtenay, Canada at British Columbia Public School Employers’ Association | Make a Future – Careers in BC Education
Position: T2627-238 1.0 FTE Temporary Grades K-12 District Inclusion Support Teacher
School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.
Position
We invite applications for the temporary position of:
- 1.0 FTE Grades K-12 District Inclusion Support Teacher – Social Emotional Learning and Behavioural Support
- This assignment will begin as noted above or upon leave of the incumbent and will end June 30, 2026 or upon return of the incumbent.
The SEL and Behaviour District Inclusion Support Teacher supports students in grades K-12 with severe behavioural and/or mental health challenges in both school and alternate environments. The teacher is a member of the District Inclusion Support Team and works collaboratively with both the district and school based team.
Comox Valley Schools and the Inclusive Education department embraces diversity and is committed to the philosophy of inclusion while recognizing the importance of individualized and personalized supports and services. The successful applicant to this position will have a key role in establishing the specific learning program for the students.
Responsibilities
- School, District and Community Agency consultation and collaboration for students requiring Tier 3 supports.
- Supporting students through a trauma‑informed lens to ensure the successful transition to the most appropriate learning environment for the individual student.
- Case management and IEP development.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Inclusive Education, Counselling or related concentration.
- Completed course work to meet the needs of exceptional learners in the area of behaviour disorders and behaviour management strategies, strategy for adapting and modifying curriculum, differentiated instruction and inclusive teaching practices.
Preferred Candidate Will Demonstrate
- 3‑5 years related experience in a related education setting.
- Training and experience with children who present with severe behavioural challenges and an understanding of the impact of trauma on brain development.
- Working knowledge, supported by coursework and experience, of the special needs arising from ASD, FASD, LD, ADHD, Tourette’s, OCD, ODD, Anxiety, Depression and other neuro diversities represented in the student population.
- Ability to design and implement muti‑tiered systems of behavioural support.
- Knowledge of a broad range of elementary and middle school curriculum and the ability to support teachers on how to adapt and modify curriculum for their students.
- Ability to conduct functional assessments of student needs.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team working collaboratively with other Behaviour Resource staff, SBTs, community partners and parents.
- Ability to review and evaluate program goals, student goals and community goals.
- Ability to write and review competency based IEPs, Proactive Behaviour Support plans, and Integration Support plans.
- Values ongoing communication with support teams, external agencies, and families to better plan for student success.
Our educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and social competencies. Our educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry. As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalise learning. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the district’s commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Title: T2627-238 FTE Temporary Grades K-12 District Inclusion Support Teacher
Company: British Columbia Public School Employers’ Association | Make a Future – Careers in BC Education
Location: Courtenay, Canada
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