Learning Support Coordinator

Location: La Ronge

Responsibilities

Works with students, teachers and other faculty to create strategies that promote a greater chance of academic success.

Implements intervention and advising strategies for teachers and students alike.

Addresses poor habits relating to time management, lack of motivation, academic deficiencies and issues with goal setting.

Helps students develop learning preferences for more effective studying.

Assists teachers with preparing students for standardized testing.

Establish and maintain liaison with contractors specific to Learning Supports.

Helps teachers and other staff in the identification of students who would benefit from intervention.

Utilizes effective intervention strategies to help students correct their issues with learning.

Establishes positive relationships between students, teachers, parents, principals, guidance counselors and others in order to ensure a collaborative effort.

Requirements

A Bachelor of Education degree, with a focus/training in Special Education.

Minimum of 5 years teaching experience, preferably in Special Education.

Resource room experience.

Strong elementary and/or secondary school administrator experience.

Knowledge & understanding of school board policies, compliance regulations, appropriate legislation.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

A broad knowledge of child development and teaching methods.

Cultural sensitivity.

Ability to speak Cree language would be an asset.

Must obtain Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver's Abstract upon hire.

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