Queen Margaret’s School Looking for Learning Support Teacher at Duncan, BC Full Time

Working with our school community members to support both students and educators so that everyone can be an actively engaged member of the classroom and the school as a whole, the areas of main responsibility will include;

Working collaboratively with school community to best meet the needs of students by identifying needs and work to provide the appropriate supports for students to work towards their potential

Working collaboratively with staff, family, and students to identify the function of behaviors and to then be able to address them to implement effective strategies for students

Ensuring effective management of student files that include developing meaningful Individual Education Plans for students’ success that act as an ongoing, effective communication tool in supporting our students in reaching their full potential

Providing support so that students can be meaningfully included as valued members of the classroom and school. This includes direct support to the students, peer support to other educators, and whole school initiatives.

Providing assessment for students who may require additional support and assisting classroom teachers with assessment as needed.

In collaboration with the Junior School Principal, the Learning Support Teacher will manage School resources including human resources (Education Assistants), materials, and equipment.

Providing direct and indirect instructional support to students in a positive environment

Maintaining accurate and complete student records and prepare reports on students as required by BC Ministry of Education Special Education Funding requirements

Experience & Qualifications:
The following are requirements for this position:
Graduate of a recognized B.Ed program with an emphasis on Special Education

Proof of BC Ministry of Education Teacher Certification

Experience supporting students with diverse needs

Working knowledge of BC Ministry of Education Special Education Funding requirements

Experience in the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of IEPs in consultation with parents and learning team members

Excellent working knowledge of program modifications/adaptations, differentiated learning strategies, and progress monitoring/evaluation

Highly effective communication skills, both verbal and written

Experience, sensitivity and awareness of working within a multi-cultural environment

Willingness to embrace the ethos of an independent school and make a commitment to the extensive co-curricular life of an independent school

Preference will be given to candidates who also have the following skills and qualifications:

Level B testing qualifications

Standard First Aid certification or above

Valid driver’s license and clean driver abstract

For further information about our school and this career opportunity please see our Applicant Information Package on our website Career Opportunities

Closing date May 9, 2022 @ 10.00am

Applications should be made electronically. To submit your application, please upload your documents according to the instructions on our website link http://qms.bc.ca/discover-qms/careers/