Job detail
T2627-080 0.40 FTE Temporary Grades K-9 School Counsellor
School District #71 (Comox Valley)
Expired
Location
Courtenay, British Columbia
Quick overview
Provide individual and group counselling services to students. Collaborate with students, teachers, parents, administrators, and community agencies. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Support the educational community in fostering diversity and inclusion
Requirements summary
- Master's Degree in Educational Counselling or related field with a 300-hour supervised practicum.
- Successful teaching experience at the elementary level.
- Experience in counselling at the required level.
- Understanding of therapies relevant to elementary-aged children.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively
Master's Degree in Educational Counselling or related fieldCollaborationTeamworkCommunicationTechnology integrationAssessment for learningEducational CounsellingElementary school experienceCounselling servicesDiversity understanding
Job description
- <p>School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world.
- Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.</p><p><b>We invite applications for the temporary position of:</b></p><div><ul><li>0.40 FTE Grades K-9 School Counsellor</li></ul><p><b>The successful candidate will have:</b></p><ul><li>Master's Degree in Educational Counselling or related field (must include a 300 hour supervised, school based practicum at the appropriate level)</li><li>Successful teaching experience at the Elementary school level</li><li>Experience in counselling at the required level</li><li>A good understanding of the therapies relevant to Elementary school-aged children</li><li>Experience and demonstrated ability to provide individual and group counselling services to students</li><li>Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and work collaboratively with students, teachers, parents, administrators and community agencies</li><li>Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team</li></ul><p></p></div><p>Our educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and social competencies.
- Our educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry.
- As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalize learning.
- Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the district’s commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.</p><p>Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: <a></a></p><p><b>To Apply:</b></p><p>School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.
- As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected.
- We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, students and community, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.
- Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: <a></a> and we will work with you to meet your needs.</p><p>Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume with supporting documentation and contact information for three (3) professional references through <a></a><a></a><a></a><a></a> Only applicants with a complete application package may be considered. </p><p></p><p>Please note : Candidate applications will be reviewed, and the best qualified candidate will be identified in accordance with the updated qualification language outlined in Article E.
- 22 of the SD71/CDTA Collective Agreement - <a></a><br></br></p><p></p><p>We sincerely thank all applicants for considering us an employer of choice.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Review Act.</p><p>Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)</p><p>An Equal Opportunity Employer</p>
