REQUIRED ABILITIES, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree, recognized by the College of Teachers, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counselling.
• 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, as it relates to behavior and mental health support.
• Demonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and performing behavioural screening and/or assessments in order to complete Functional Behavioural Assessments.
• 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.
• Ability to work one on one and in small groups with students, focusing on social emotional learning, externalizing behaviors, and managing anxiety.
• Additional training, experience and/or post graduate coursework in supporting students with academic challenges or gaps.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong connections and relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Demonstrated willingness to participate as an integral member of the School Based Team.
• Demonstrated success at working with and coordinating SEL programs with the child and youth care worker and/or community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and performing behavioural screening and/or assessments to complete Functional Behavioural Assessments.
• Demonstrated ability to teach students strategies that enable them to self-regulate their emotions and behaviors.
• Demonstrated sensitivity, awareness and understanding of young adolescent development and enthusiasm for fostering a positive relationship with students with multiple challenges.
• Training and experience in conflict resolution.
• Excellent leadership, organizational and coordination skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate students who are disadvantaged or disengaged from learning (possibly shown in low attendance in class or school).
• Demonstrated knowledge of and proven ability to connect families with community services for students and families.
• Experience working with students and families to access substance use support.
• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, communication, and collaboration.
  For Further Information Contact: Lynnet Schramm, Principal (604) 858-942

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