Learning Assistance​/Life Skills Teacher - Britannia Secondary School; Continuing

Position: Learning Assistance/Life Skills Teacher - Britannia Secondary School (Continuing Full-Time with Benefits)
Location: british columbia, canada

Learning Assistance / Life Skills Teacher
- Britannia Secondary School Continuing Full-Time with Benefits (1.0 FTE) 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 xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwətaɬ (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.

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 VSB’s 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 and grounded in the embedded equity statement. For more information about our school district, visit . POSITION DETAILS Learning Assistance / Life Skills programs are designed for students (13 to 19 years of age) with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities and/or autism that benefit from a smaller, supportive classroom environment. Goals of the program include: improving functional academic skills, developing behaviour and social skills, developing life skills (e.g. community involvement and family life education, personal independence in daily living), providing career awareness and work experience, providing transition to post-secondary options.

All VSB District programs work toward the goal of including students in mainstream classes as much as possible.

QUALIFICATIONSCompletion of a Bachelor of Education BC Teaching Certificate Registration with the Teacher Qualification Service Completion of one of the following:
Masters in Special Education, Diploma in Special Education or one year Full-Time Continuing contract as a Special Education/Resource Teacher or equivalent course work and/or to experience in the following:

Working with students with developmental disabilities and/or autism.

Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualized education plans (IEPs).Developing plans with students to support positive behaviour.

Liaising with parents, school, and district staff.

Working collaboratively as part of a team.

Liaising with a multi-disciplinary team (e.g. doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, social workers). Your application MUST include:
Cover letter Resume 3 Professional References-names, email addresses and phone numbers of your last three Administrators. Colleagues, friends, family are not accepted. Work VISA or PR Card, if you are not a Canadian citizen Transcripts Reports/Evaluations Recent Grads
- Your Final Practicum Reports-Do not include lesson observations or mid-term reports Experienced Teachers - A Teaching Evaluation completed within the past 8 years BC Teaching Certificate (TRB) – If your application is in process, include a screenshot

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