At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with diverse learning needs and foster a caring classroom environment.
- Company: Mission Public School District, committed to inclusive education and community engagement.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and wellness resources.
- Other info: Join a vibrant community in Mission, close to nature and urban amenities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Education, experience with IEPs, and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
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.
We invite applications for the position of LSAT Teacher.
In order to provide school based inclusive support for students with social, emotional and behavioural needs, a caring and strength-based, trauma informed approach is most effective. The secondary focused Learning Specialist Alternate Teacher has the specialized knowledge, skills, and experience necessary to work with students with a variety of learning, and social/emotional behavioural issues including but not limited to (category R, H and Q).
The direct role of the Learning Specialist Alternate Teacher secondary focused is to provide support to students within the classroom setting. The indirect role of the LSAT is to act as an advocate for students, a case manager for students with an IEP and as a resource to school staff and parents who are supporting students with difficulties in behaviour and learning.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Education and/or PDP
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Inclusive Education or post-graduate diploma in Inclusive Education
- Training in Trauma Informed Practice
- Understanding of Social Emotional Learning
- Success in implementing the First People’s Principles of Learning
- Successful teaching experience in middle and/or secondary grades
- Recent successful training and experience in Level B testing, interpretation and assessment an asset
- Experience teaching students with a variety of learning issues and designations as outlined by the Ministry of Education
- Understanding of the ministry criteria for category R and H designations
- Experience as a case manager for designated students, including experience with IEP’s
- Experience implementing effective student intervention plans at the classroom level
- Experience working with students with dual designations and complex learning profiles (eg. Students with a learning disability and behavioural issues or students with complex emotional/learning needs)
- Confidence in preparing behavior plans, safety plans and student care plans where required
- Familiarity with UDL and RTI
- Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills
Job Duties
- Encourage the use of the First People’s Principles of learning, trauma informed practice, social emotional learning and the core competencies
- Focus on prevention – explicit teaching of social emotional learning and skills for self-regulation
- Case management for students with behavior designations (R and H, and sometimes D or G where appropriate)
- In consultation with the school psychologist and school counsellor, case manage or co-case manage, design and implement IEPs/SLPs as required
- Call and chair IEP and Integrated Case Management (ICM) meetings
- Complete file reviews, assist with file organization and documentation to support the behavior designation for audit purposes
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to support inclusion for students with intensive behaviour or serious mental illness
- Provide opportunities for health and career education and life skills development
- Maintain a safe and caring environment in the classroom
- Connect with youth, especially those who have faced systemic and structural barriers, in a strength based and optimistic manner
- Reporting on student progress in addition to the classroom teacher’s report
- Liaise with a wide variety of support agencies for youth in Mission, including but not limited to MCFD (SW and CYMH), Xyolhemeylh, Fraser Health, Mission Community Services, Fraser House, Child, Youth Crisis Program, Career Advisor and MY House
- Assist with the development of student behaviour and student safety plan
The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $61,502-$112,806, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The school district is focused on following the school's strategic plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. We are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools.
Thank you for your interest. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Accommodations/adjustments are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview Human Resources will provide information on how to request accommodation/adjustments.
LSAT Teacher in Mission employer: School District #75 (Mission)
Mission Public School District is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of its skilled Electricians, offering a supportive work culture focused on collaboration and professional growth. Located in the beautiful community of Mission, British Columbia, employees benefit from a stable work environment with opportunities for continuous learning and development, all while playing a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of educational facilities for students. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of learners and contribute to a brighter future.
Contact Details:
School District #75 (Mission) Recruitment Team
