Learning Support Teacher (LST)

The Grande Prairie Public School Division provides a high-quality educational experience to +000 students in 18 schools. Isabel Campbell Public School is a Kindergarten to Grade 8 school with 734 students and 64 staff. Learn more about Isabel Campbell Public School .

The Grande Prairie Public School Division is seeking an experienced teacher with an inclusive mindset to join the Division's Multi-Disciplinary Team as the school-based Learning Support Teacher (LST). This team supports school administration and educators in collaboration with the Director of Inclusive Learning and the Educational Programmers. This position may include a portion of classroom teacher FTE.


Qualifications:

A minimum of five (5) years of experience
Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate (or eligible to apply)
Bachelor's Degree in Education
Clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check


Assets:

Master's Degree in Education/Special Education with course work and experience in assessment (Level B) and positive behaviour supports
Experience and training in Early Literacy Intervention
Experience and training in Universal Design for Learning (UDL)


Skills and Competencies:

Demonstrates recent experience in supporting students with special education needs, including development and implementation of IPPs and coordination of multidisciplinary services
Demonstrates skills in planning for diverse learning needs
Demonstrates skills and knowledge in early literacy and a strong understanding of balanced literacy, reading, and writing
Possesses an understanding of current inclusive education expectations and practices
Demonstrates the ability to work well with individuals and groups of teachers in a collaborative manner with a focus on student-centered decision-making.


Applications should include:

completed Apply to Education profile
cover letter
detailed resume
three references with current contact information


We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, we contact only those candidates who are selected for an interview.GPPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews.


Grande Prairie Public School Division accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your ‘Job Application Log'. If you require assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call 1-877-+00-5627.

A current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check must be provided as a condition of employment.