LSAT Teacher

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The Mission Public School District is located on the traditional, ancestral, unsurrendered, and shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets and Qwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.Halq'eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halq’eméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq’á:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial. We invite applications for the position of: School: École Mission Senior Secondary Position: LSAT Teacher FTE: 1.0 Grade:…

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The Mission Public School District is located on the traditional, ancestral, unsurrendered, and shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets and Qwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.Halq'eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halq’eméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq’á:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial. We invite applications for the position of: School: École Mission Senior Secondary Position: LSAT Teacher FTE: 1.0 Grade: 10-12 Status: Temporary Start Date: ASAP to June 30, 2027 or until the full or partial return of the incumbent In order to provide school based inclusive support for students with social, emotional and behavioural needs, a caring and strength- based, trauma informed approach is most effective. The secondary focused Learning Specialist Alternate Teacher has the specialized knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to work with students with a variety of learning, and social/emotional behavioural issues including but not limited to (category R, H and Q). The direct role of the Learning Specialist Alternate Teacher secondary focused is to provide support to students within the classroom setting. The indirect role of the LSAT is to act as an advocate for students, a case manager for students with an IEP and as a resource to school staff and parents who are supporting students with difficulties in behaviour and learning. Qualifications:Bachelor of Education and/or PDPMaster’s or Bachelor’s degree in Inclusive Education or post-graduate diploma in Inclusive EducationTraining in Trauma Informed PracticeUnderstanding of Social Emotional LearningSuccess in implementing the First People’s Principals of LearningSuccessful teaching experience in middle and/or secondary gradesRecent successful training and experience in Level B testing, interpretation and assessment an assetExperience teaching students with a variety of learning issues and designations as outlined by the Ministry of EducationUnderstanding of the ministry criteria for category R and H designationsExperience as a case manager for designated students, including experience with IEP’sExperience implementing effective student intervention plans at the classroom levelExperience working with students with dual designations and complex learning profiles (eg. Students with a learning disability and behavioural issues or students with complex emotional/learning needs)Confidence in preparing behavior plans, safety plans and student care plans where requiredFamiliarity with UDL and RTIStrong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skillsJob Duties: Encourage the use of the First People’s Principles of learning, trauma informed practice, social emotional learning and the core competencies Focus on prevention – explicit teaching of social emotional learning and skills for self-regulation Case management for students with behavior designations (R and H, and sometimes D or G where appropriate) In consultation with the school psychologist and school counsellor, case manage or co-case manage, design and implement IEPs/SLPs as required Call and chair IEP and Integrated Case Management (ICM) meetings Complete file reviews, assist with file organization and documentation to support the behavior designation for audit purposes Collaborate with classroom teachers to support inclusion for students with intensive behaviour or serious mental illness Provide opportunities for health and career education and life skills development Maintain a safe and caring environment in the classroom Connect with youth, especially those who have faced systemic and structural barriers, in a strength based and optimistic manner Reporting on student progress in addition to the classroom teacher’s report Liaise with a wide variety of support agencies for youth in Mission, including but not limited to MCFD (SW and CYMH), Xyolhemeylh, Fraser Health, Mission Community Services, Fraser House, Child, Youth Crisis Program, Career Advisor and MY House Assist with the development of student behaviour and student safety plan For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included with your application which include: resume cover letter recent teaching reports and/or practicum reports copy of BC Teaching Certificate and/or TQS card or information on current status The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $61, 502-$112,806, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement. Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted. Why the Mission School District? We are a medium-sized district with rural and urban schools. We are large enough to provide a variety of programs and services, and small enough to build meaningful relationships with our students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders. The school district is focused on following the school's strategic plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. Click to learn more about the strategic plan and related priorities. We are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools. To learn more, review our policy for . About Mission Mission is nestled on a southern coastal mountain slope, overlooking the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River. Ideally situated, Mission is located an hour east of Vancouver and 20 minutes from Abbotsford. Mission was originally inhabited by the Sto:lo First Nations people, and today this rapidly growing and dynamic centre is home to a population of some 38,000 residents. Come see why Mission is "the Jewel in the Valley". What opportunities do we offer? District Mentorship/ Leadership Groups In-house training, online training, leadership training, and professional development opportunities A great place to live that is relatively affordable compared to other lower mainland cities Access to wellness resources Thank you for your interest. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Accommodations/adjustments are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview Human Resources will provide information on how to request accommodation/adjustments.

Listed skills

• caring · Preferred
• assessment · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• management · Preferred
• case management · Preferred
• Development · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• Audit · Preferred

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