Date Issued: June 11, 2024 POSITION

Worksite: Vedder Middle School

Contract Type: Continuing, Full-Time

Assignment Area(s): Counsellor

Effective Date: September 1, 2024

Salary Range: $57,973 to $106,217 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)

Please Note: The assignment within this position in September may not be identical to the assignment in this posted position.

Deadline for Applications: June 19, 2024 12:00 pm

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future www.makeafuture.ca and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of 2 supervisors who can comment on your teaching.Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience:

Masters degree, recognized by the College of Teachers, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counselling

knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Educations current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services, as it relates to behavior and mental health support

demonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and performing behavioural screening and/or assessments in order to complete Functional Behavioural Assessments

knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of IEPs in consultation with the classroom teacher(s), parent(s), student and district personnel

sound understanding and demonstrated application of current middle school philosophy:

oTeaming - demonstrated ability and experience working with one or two other teachers to support a core group of students

oAdvisory dedicated instructional time with students to foster connectedness and positive relationships to support adolescent development

oExploratory providing students the opportunity to sample high interest courses

oCollaboration ongoing inquiry-based team work

demonstrated capabilities in providing effective student, family and group counselling services

demonstrated interest in facilitating peer counselling skills amongst students

demonstrated knowledge of and proven ability to access community services for students and their families

knowledge of, and demonstrated application of strategies to support the goals as outlined in SD 33 Aboriginal Enhancement Agreement

willingness to assist with the leadership of the School Based Team

demonstrated understanding of school timetable for both middle and elementary and ability to extensively utilize online scheduling tools such as MyEd

proven ability to inspire and support confidence and self-worth in adolescents

demonstrated ability to motivate students who are disadvantaged or have dysfunctional behaviour patterns to attend school regularly

demonstrated application and facilitation of small groups to address issues such as anxiety and depression

demonstrated knowledge and ability to support classroom teachers with best practice in SEL

demonstrated ability to be a case manager and positively advocate for students

willingness to work with and support Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)

willingness to work in a collaborative manner with staff, administration, and parentsFor Further Information Contact: Gabe DArchangelo, Principal (604) 858-7141