Teacher, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Details
Are you interested in working with our dynamic and progressive school division to pursue excellence in education for students, professional learning opportunities, a flexible health benefits package, and a workplace that embraces diversity? Then we are the place for you!
Who we are and what we value:
Parkland School Division (PSD) is a large progressive school jurisdiction serving Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Fort Chipewyan and Parkland County. PSD meets the diverse educational needs of over 12,000 rural and urban students among 23 sites, including outreach schools and alternative education programs.
Our values are what guide us. We assure supportive learning environments, meaningful experiences and healthy relationships that create opportunities to develop resilience, to gain diversity in perspectives and to achieve enduring success for both staff and students.
The Parkland School Division currently has an interim Part-Time 0.5 Teaching position at Ecole Meridian Heights School in Stony Plain, Alberta. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Position Overview:
Parkland School Division is seeking a dedicated and compassionate educator to join our specialized team supporting a student with complex learning needs related to Autism Spectrum Disorder. This role involves delivering an individualized program in a highly collaborative environment to provide consistent, responsive support. The successful candidate will lead a team of professionals who will contribute to the development and implementation of targeted learning strategies that promote safety, engagement, and meaningful learning experiences.
When not directly programming for this student, the educator will work collaboratively with the staff in the REAL specialized program to support targeted literacy and numeracy programming for students with complex learning needs.
Responsibilities:
Design and implement an individualized educational plan that aligns with the student's unique learning and behavioral needs.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including educational assistant, Complex Needs Facilitator, Behavioural Specialist, Student Services staff, and parents, to support student success.
Employ a range of instructional techniques to support student engagement, communication, and skill development.
Provide proactive behavioral support and utilize strategies to help manage transitions, self-regulation, and social interactions.
Monitor, assess, and document student progress, adjusting instructional approaches as necessary to ensure continued growth and development.
Plan and implement literacy and numeracy programming to early years students.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Education with a focus on Special Education or a related field.
Professional teaching certification in Alberta.
Proven experience working with students on the autism spectrum, with a strong understanding of autism-specific strategies and supports.
Knowledge of behavioral management techniques and social-emotional learning practices.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with assistive technology and other adaptive tools for learning.
Professional development or certifications in autism spectrum disorder or related behavioral support methods.
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