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Title posted on ApplyToEducation - Life Skills Teacher-Van Tech Secondary School (Continuing Full-time with Benefits)
Posted on November 14, 2024 by Employer details School District #39 (Vancouver)
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Life Skills Teacher - Van Tech Secondary School <p>Full-Time (1.0 FTE) Continuing with Benefits <p> Only candidates who are fully qualified will be considered for this position With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m?k??y? ?m (Musqueam), S?wxw7mesh xwumixw (Squamish Nation) & s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).?We embrace Indigenous ways of knowing and learning and work to expand Indigenous perspectives across the curriculum and within our 107 schools and programs, where more than 50,000 students learn and grow. <p>Equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. More than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students needs, applying evidence-informed practices and building relationships. The VSBs culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in the VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics. Students overall well-being and sense of belonging are equally important. We strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we seek to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. Our work is guided by the?VSB Education Plan?and grounded in the embedded equity statement.? For more information about our school district, visit?https://www.vsb.bc.ca/.POSITION DETAILS <p>Life Skills Programs are small supportive classes for student with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and/or<p>autism. Students may exhibit challenging behaviours and complex learning needs. Goals of the program include<p>developing communication skills or communication systems for non-verbal students, providing life skills training<p>(e.g. self-help, personal care), functional academic skills development, improving behavioural and social skills,<p>working within community, recreation facilities to promote physical fitness, providing work experience where<p>appropriate and providing transition to post-secondary options. In addition to the teacher, the program is staffed<p>with SSAs (the number of support staff is dependent on the students needs). <p>The successful candidate will have course work and/or experience in the following:<p> Working with students with developmental disabilities and/or autism<p> Developing, implementing and evaluating individualized education plans (IEPs)<p> Using Functional Behaviour Assessments to develop positive behaviour support plans<p> Liaising with parents, school and district staff<p> Working collaboratively as part of a team<p> Liaising with a multi-disciplinary team (e.g. doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses,<p>social workers<p>QUALIFICATIONS Completion of a Bachelor of Education<p> Completion of one of the following: Masters in Special Education, D iploma in Special Education or one year Full-Time Continuing contract as a Special Education/Resource Teacher. <p> BC Teaching Certificate<p> Registration with the Teacher Qualification ServiceYour application MUST include: Cover letter <p> Resume <p> 3 Professional References -names, email addresses and phone numbers of your last three Administrators. Colleagues, friends, family are not accepted.<p> Work VISA or PR Card , if you are not a Canadian citizen<p> Transcripts <p> Reports/Evaluations Recent Grads - Your Final Practicum Reports-Do not include lesson observati- LocationVancouver, BC
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- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source ApplyToEducation #2803286
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