The Mission Public School District is located on the traditional, ancestral, unsurrendered, and shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq’á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq’éwlets and Qwó:ltl’el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.
Halq’eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halq’eméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq’á:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial.
We invite applications for the position of:
School: Fraserview Learning Centre
Position: Take a Hike - Learning Specialist Alternate Teacher (LSAT)
FTE: .20FTE Thursday
Grade:
Status: Temporary
Start Date: September 2, 2025 to June 30, 2026

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education and/or PDP
• Bachelor’s degree - Outdoor Environmental Education
• Specific coursework in Curriculum and Instruction or Inclusive Education, or Counselling Psychology is desirable
• Wilderness first aid (min. 40 hours) or currently enrolled in the course
• Certification and/or training, as well as teaching experience, in hiking, backpacking, ocean kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing, cycle touring, and essential outdoor skills (minimum impact camping, outdoor cooking, first aid, map and compass skills, weather interpretation, snow shelter construction, equipment preparation, clothing selections, trip planning, etc.)
• Successful teaching experience with youth facing barriers, preferably in an alternate educational setting
• Knowledge and experience in winter backcountry wilderness travel
• Knowledge and experience on what to do during an unexpected wilderness emergency
• Demonstrated experience of multi-day expeditions of different types in remote terrain (at least 40 days recommended) is desirable
• Avalanche Skills and Safety Training (AST 1) an asset
• Knowledge of and practice in risk management for land-based learning opportunities
• Successful experience and qualifications with counselling psychology would be an asset
• Ability to implement a trauma-informed approach to classroom management
• Generalist approach teaching English/Social Studies/Science/Math (ability with Sr. Math essential) and other ministry or locally developed courses, including Social Emotional Learning curriculum
• Successful experience with students with a variety of learning/behaviour issues (category Q, R and H) and other Special Education designations
• Ability to case manage (specifically IEPs/IBPs, designations, and calling and chairing of the of the ICM process) students facing barriers, with complex social, emotional, behavioural and academic needs
• Successful experience adapting or modifying curriculum based on individual student needs as outlined in the IEP
• Ability to relate and connect with youth facing barriers in a non-judgmental, patient and enthusiastic manner.
• Ability and/or desire to create a flexible program for students with diverse social/emotional/academic needs
• Strong relationship and collaboration skills (school-based staff, district staff, parents, students, community partners). Liaise with cross-enrolled school
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability in using computers and a variety of technology tools for learning including but not limited to search techniques, software knowledge, Distributed Learning and online curriculum options
• Ability to teach and integrate art into their instructional practices
• Competency in a variety of curriculum delivery techniques (self-paced, cooperative, project-based, integrated, instructional institute etc.)
• Knowledge of a wide variety of support agencies for youth in the Mission community, including but not limited to MCFD (SW and CYMH), Fraser Health, Mission Community Services, Fraser House, Child and Youth Crisis Program, Xyolhemeylh, and Lifetime Learning Centre Society
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and demonstrated teaching ability
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to the needs and demands of the profession
• Ability to organize for instruction to maximize student potential
• Training and/or certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Food Safe is desired
• Willingness to practice and promote cultural sensitivity and awareness
• Have a passion and commitment to Indigenous Education, truth and reconciliation

Job Duties:

• Design and implement a variety of assessment practices to measure and monitor student progress effectively
• Utilize activities that promote a sense of belonging in class/school (social/emotional check ins and circles)
• Teach daily lessons that embed the First People’s Principles of Learning (whole class and small group) in a variety of subjects at the middle and/or secondary levels (7 to 12)
• Teach a variety of subjects at the middle and secondary levels (7 to 12) including Social Emotional Learning
• Use instructional organizers, concepts, and strategies that actively engage all students in learning
• Create, implement, and track progress of IEPs/SLPs as required by the Ministry of Education
• Call and chair IEP and Integrated Case Management (ICM) meetings as required by the Ministry of Education
• Collaborate and communicate weekly with parents/caregivers and community agencies on an as needed basis
• Provide opportunities for health and career education, life skills development and Indigenous cultural awareness
• Assist with the development of student behaviour plans and safety plans
• Will work collaboratively with the rest of the Take a Hike team, students, and parents to enhance the school as a learning community
• Supports the Take a Hike Foundation in student data collection
• Plan and collaborate with a team on weekly outday activities, and bi-annual multi-day trips, that incorporate land-based learning opportunities
• Complete case management duties as assigned by Principal

FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED, ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE INCLUDED WITH YOUR APPLICATION WHICH INCLUDE:

• resume
• cover letter
• recent teaching reports and/or practicum reports
• copy of BC Teaching Certificate and/or TQS card or information on current status
  The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $59,711-$109,520, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
  Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted.

Job Duties:

• Design and implement a variety of assessment practices to measure and monitor student progress effectively
• Utilize activities that promote a sense of belonging in class/school (social/emotional check ins and circles)
• Teach daily lessons that embed the First People’s Principles of Learning (whole class and small group) in a variety of subjects at the middle and/or secondary levels (7 to 12)
• Teach a variety of subjects at the middle and secondary levels (7 to 12) including Social Emotional Learning
• Use instructional organizers, concepts, and strategies that actively engage all students in learning
• Create, implement, and track progress of IEPs/SLPs as required by the Ministry of Education
• Call and chair IEP and Integrated Case Management (ICM) meetings as required by the Ministry of Education
• Collaborate and communicate weekly with parents/caregivers and community agencies on an as needed basis
• Provide opportunities for health and career education, life skills development and Indigenous cultural awareness
• Assist with the development of student behaviour plans and safety plans
• Will work collaboratively with the rest of the Take a Hike team, students, and parents to enhance the school as a learning community
• Supports the Take a Hike Foundation in student data collection
• Plan and collaborate with a team on weekly outday activities, and bi-annual multi-day trips, that incorporate land-based learning opportunities
• Complete case management duties as assigned by Principa