T25-63 Continuing Full-Time Learning Assistance, Resource Teacher, and ADST Grade 7/8

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of 2 current supervisors who can comment on your teaching.

Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience:

Extensive academic training and post graduate coursework in the following areas: students with special needs; assessment/testing theory and practice (Level B); strategies for adapting and modifying curriculum
Knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services
Demonstrated experience and ability in being able to carry out a variety of assessments, including classroom observation, curriculum-based assessment and diagnostic teaching methods, administration and interpretation of Level B Assessments including the WIAT, PPVT, Key Math and TOWL
Demonstrated understanding of and successful experience in teaching students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities, autism, chronic health and physical disabilities, and multiple disabilities as defined by the Ministry of Education.

Demonstrated experience in and knowledge of methods for evaluating and selecting instructional materials suitable for students with a variety of special needs and learning disabilities
Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of CBIEPs in consultation with the classroom teacher(s), parent(s), student and district personnel
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement teaching practices that align with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.
Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating CBIEPs collaboratively
Strong knowledge of inclusive teaching strategies and co-teaching models
Experience supporting students with diverse needs (e.g., intellectual disabilities, autism, chronic health issues)
Familiar with the Ministry of Education's policies for special education
Confident in classroom observation, curriculum-based assessment, and diagnostic teaching
Able to create cross-curricular, student-centered lesson plans focused on core competencies
Supports literacy and numeracy development through personalized and flexible learning approaches
Knowledgeable in project-based learning and multi-modal communication (oral, written, digital)
Qualified to teach multiple subjects including Fine Arts, ADST, and Careers
Understanding of middle school philosophy: Teaming, Advisory, Exploratory, and Collaboration
Experience with Response to Intervention (RTI), especially for literacy and numeracy
Skilled in using diverse instructional and assessment strategies (e.g., formative/summative, A Connect–Reflect model)
Adapts teaching practices for diverse learning needs, including CBIEP implementation
Integrates technology meaningfully into lessons to engage students
Strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Builds positive relationships and fosters student confidence and belonging
Energetic, collaborative, and student-centered teaching approach
Committed to ongoing inquiry-based professional teamwork