School District #58 (Nicola-Similkameen)·Merritt, British Columbia
Provide counselling services to K-12 students across assigned schools (itinerant role)..
Support students' social-emotional learning needs..
Facilitate individual and group counselling sessions..
Collaborate with School-Based Teams to provide integrated services to students..
Support school staff in implementing social-emotional learning and related programs..
Work with students and staff to support inclusive education and a variety of learning needs..
Maintain positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
<p><strong>PRINCETON ITINERANT COUNSELOR </strong></p><p><b><i>John Allison & Vermilion Forks Elementary, Princeton Secondary & The Bridge - Alternate School </i></b></p><p><b>1.0 Continuing full-time Itinerant K to 12 Counselling position, beginning September 1, 2026.</b></p><p><strong><u>REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:</u></strong></p> <p> - Counselling background with a master’s degree in counselling. <strong><u></u></strong> </p> <p> - Knowledge and/or experience related to BC Secondary curricula, graduation requirements and Inclusive Education Programs. <strong><u></u></strong> </p> <p> - Experience/training in supporting the social-emotional learning needs of students and supporting school staff in implementing such programs. </p> <p> - Experience in working with the School-Based Teams to provide integrated services to students. <strong><u></u></strong> </p> <p> - Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills that will facilitate individual and group counselling. <strong><u></u></strong> </p> <p> - Training and experience working with grade-level students. </p> <p> - Valid Drivers license. </p> <p> - Valid BC Teaching Certificate and familiarity with BC Curriculum. </p> <p> <b><u>PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</u></b> </p> <p> - A commitment to supporting a variety of learning needs and inclusionary practices. <strong><u></u></strong> </p> <p> - Knowledge of protocol in working with other agencies. <strong><u></u></strong> </p> <p> - Training or experience in supporting the needs of Indigenous students. <strong><u></u></strong> </p> <p> - Committed to establishing and maintaining positive relationships with students, staff and parents. </p> <p>School District 58 is working to ensure an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. Successful candidates will recognize that consistent with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), the BC Human Rights Code and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, employment practices and procedures at all levels must reflect and demonstrate an understanding of, and response to, a diverse population.</p> <p>Nicola-Similkameen School District has received approval from the Human Rights Tribunal allowing preferential hiring to persons of Indigenous ancestry. The District may give preference in hiring persons of Indigenous ancestry who possess the necessary qualifications to increase the number of Indigenous staff to be more representative of the learners we serve.</p> <p> The starting annual salary for this full-time teacher position ranges from $64,664 - $112,806 , with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.</p> <p> Interested applicants should go to our district website at <a></a> <u> , </u> which provides guidance on how to apply for teaching jobs in our district. <b>Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.</b></p> <p> Teachers interested in further information regarding this position may contact the Assistant Superintendent, Ms. Misty Sheldon at (250) 250-378-5161 or Email: msheldon@365.sd58.bc.ca</p>
Master’s degree in counselling..
Valid BC Teaching Certificate and familiarity with BC Curriculum..
Knowledge and/or experience related to BC Secondary curricula and graduation requirements..
Experience/training supporting social-emotional learning needs of students and supporting school staff in implementing such programs..
Experience working with School-Based Teams to provide integrated services to students..
Good interpersonal and conflict resolution skills for individual and group counselling..
Training and experience working with grade-level students..
Valid driver’s license..
knowledge of protocol working with other agencies..
training/experience supporting the needs of Indigenous students..
commitment to inclusionary practices and supporting a variety of learning needs.
Market context
In British Columbia, itinerant K-12 counselling roles are often sought by districts looking to support student well-being, school staff, and social-emotional learning across multiple sites. These positions can be competitive because they typically require a master’s degree, a valid BC Teaching Certificate, and familiarity with BC Curriculum, secondary graduation requirements, and school-based support practices. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare expectations from the original posting, then confirm your experience with BC secondary curricula and student support in your application.
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