District CLASS Learning Services Teacher-Position of Special Responsibility 

(Complex Learner Autism Support Services Team) 

Up to 1.0 FTE

Start July 1, 2022/End June 30, 2024 

WHO WE ARE

From coastal beaches to mountain forests, North Vancouver School District – “the natural place to learn” – provides world-class instruction and a rich diversity of engaging programs to inspire success for every student.  Our 25 elementary and 7 secondary schools,2600 staff and 16,000 students offer a safe and nurturing environment based on trust, respect, responsibility and collaboration. Noted for its progressive approach to instruction, firm belief in Inclusive Education, advocacy for indigenizing learning, and emphasis on social-emotional learning, the North Vancouver School District is a great place to learn, share and grow!

THE ROLE

The Learning Services Teacher will assist with case management of high and low incidence students with learning and behaviour goals while working collaboratively with additional LST on staff.  Working collaboratively with classroom teachers to develop instructional and assessment strategies to meet the learning needs of students is also a requirement of the assignment.  A demonstrated ability to develop Individualized Education Plans for students is also required.

The District CLASS LST will join the Complex Learners and Autism Support Services team (CLASS) to provide district and school level case management support for students with social, emotional and behavior needs. The CLASS LST will collaborate with Classroom Teachers Board Certified Behaviour Analysts and Education Assistants to apply principles of universal design for learning, to design or implement curriculum, and differentiated instructional strategies/materials. Through a collaborative process, the CLASS LST will also develop and support Individual Education Plans, conduct functional behaviour assessments, support the design and implementation of positive behaviour support plans, coordinate supports and services and assist with site-specific training for school personnel.  

 

Based out of Mountainside Secondary, the CLASS LST will collaborate with District committees and staff to build community partnerships to support the academic, social and emotional needs of all learners. 

WHAT WE REQUIRE

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching.
• Excellent verbal, written, facilitation and organizational skills.
• Displays social-emotional competencies of self-awareness, empathy, flexibility, relationship-building and responsible decision-making.
• Within a collaborative environment, develop a comprehensive understanding of curriculum with the ability to influence instruction, assessment, indigenous education and social-emotional learning practices.
• Ability to implement effective strategies to engage and support academic success for all learners in an inclusive environment
• Experience in designing and applying various assessment techniques to measure and monitor student progress.
• Committed to professional development with a desire to learn and implement new methodologies and strategies to provide a creative, engaged, and inclusive classroom experience.
• Demonstrated ability to apply relevant computer technologies to teaching and learning.
• Collaborates with students, parents and staff to enhance the school as a learning community.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess valid certification or eligibility for certification through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB)
• A Bachelor of Education Degree in Secondary Education.
• Successful experience teaching at the Secondary level.
• Masters Degree or Diploma in Special Education.
• Successful completion of a university Level B testing course and related intervention courses.  
• Successful experience and demonstrated ability in using Ministry Special Education criteria to set up and implement adapted and modified programs.
•  Successful experience and demonstrated ability in creating extensive, individualized education plan for students.
• Demonstrated skill in developing instructional and behavioral strategies to assist classroom teachers.
• Strong communication skills in dealing with parents, teachers and School Based Resource Team members. Knowledge and experience in adapting and or modifying instruction for students who have developmental disabilities such as autism and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• As per the Teachers' Collective Agreement.

 

HOW TO APPLY TO THIS POSTING:

1. Create your profile on Make A Future,
2. Apply toclick "APPLY ONLINE" at the bottom of the posting.
3. Please include the following documents and information with your application:

• Completed application package.  
  • Please complete all the sections including Experience, Education & References and answer all the corresponding questions.
• Minimum of three (3) professional teaching references who have observed your work as a teacher.
  • For each referee, please include the names, titles, and email addresses and your professional relationship.
• Cover Letter
• Résumé
• Final Practicum Reports, or a recent Principal's Evaluation (if you have been teaching for a few years)
• Copy of transcript(s) or grades summary

All candidates are required to submit to a BC Ministry Criminal Record Check and a local Police Criminal Record Check as condition of employment.

At the North Vancouver School District, our values guide what we do.  We support diversity and inclusion in our workplaces and schools; we welcome and respect the diverse backgrounds, experiences and talents of all our employees and students.

 We value the opportunity to learn, share and grow on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish people, specifically the Skwxwú7mesh Nation and Tsleil-Waututh Nation.

 *All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

 ** The North Vancouver School District values the time you have taken to submit your application; however, only those applicants selected to move forward will be contacted.**