Teacher, Inclusive Education & Learning Strategist, Senior School

at  Crofton House School

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE:

• Essential: B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or Independent School Certification qualification criteria
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a Special Education/Inclusive Education focus
• Qualifications to teach at an intermediate and senior level
• Experience as a Learning Strategies Teacher at a senior school level
• A demonstrable awareness of the BC Ministry of Education Special Education policies and procedures
• Experience reading and interpreting psycho-educational assessments
• Experience creating and implementing IEPs
• An awareness of the learning preferences of girls and young women
• Collaborative and energetic with a passion for teaching
• Committed to the craft of teaching, best practices, and standards of professional practice
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, negotiation and mediation skills
• A commitment toward continued professional development and growth
• Energy, commitment and a readiness to participate in the co-curricular program and the diverse life of the school community

• Provide targeted instruction and support to students with diverse learning needs
• Create, implement, and review IEPs, Student Support Plans, and Essential Learning Plans
• Maintain documentation and records for individual students, ensuring confidentiality in reporting
• Communicate and collaborate with students, parents, teachers, administration and outside agencies to support student learning
• Collaborate with teachers in differentiation and Universal Design strategies and supports for implementation in classrooms
• Direct instruction of executive functioning skills
• Direct supervision and oversight of application of accommodations within assessments
• Model evidence-based, research informed, impactful teaching and learning practices in their own teaching in up to 1 section as needed
• Facilitate meetings between students, parents and Senior School teachers
• Provide appropriate feedback to advisors and parents on student progress through regular communication
• Work as a collaborative and supportive member of the Student Services department
• Participate in school meetings and events, including school planning and professional development
• Create a positive and supportive culture for learning
• Set annual professional goals
• Support the growth and development of individual learners through the delivery of the Crofton House School Advisory program
• Build relationships with teachers and staff across the school community
• Be an active and positive participant in the co-curricular program and afterschool learning strategies sessions for students