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.

We invite applications for the temporary position of: 0.50 FTE Grades 10-12 Online Learning Teacher Counsellor

Please note this temporary position will end on June 30, 2024 or upon return of the incumbent.

2 positionsNavigate secondary counsellors will: Counsel students for post-secondary opportunities as these relate to their graduation planning.

Liaise with secondary and post-secondary institutions where students are cross/dual- enrolled

Advise and register students within the current graduation program as well as 2005, 1995 and Adult Graduates

Keep accurate bursary and scholarship information and support the awards committee

Lead the coordination of provincial exam writing sessions that Navigate (NIDES) offers

Support and attend school based team meetings (Grade 8-12)

Maintain accurate student transcripts and records

The successful candidate will have:

Master's Degree in educational counselling, psychology or related field

Experience in counselling at the secondary level (8-12) Navigate teachers guide successful learning by providing personalized, distributed learning courses using diverse instructional technology. Navigate teachers commit to working online and face-to-face with students, colleagues and parents. Teachers actively research, develop and maintain advanced online curriculum and support blended instruction in classrooms, learning centres and tutorials. They teach in multi-age groups of students province wide & work on site at a Comox Valley School.

The successful candidate will demonstrate: Ability to create and manage on-line courses, assignments, assessments and resources incorporating current pedagogical frameworks (i.e. project based, personalized).

Ability to work with and provide tutorial support for students online and in person.

Ability to support students with course adaptations and I.E.P.s

Ability to utilize the following online tools: D2L (or equivalent online learning management system), MyEd, Seesaw, Mathletics, Learning A-Z, Zoom, Teams.

Experience and skills with Distributed Learning technology support, course design/development in D2L and Google Apps.

Experience and commitment to working collaboratively as part of a teacher team advancing methods in curriculum integration and personalized learning.

Experience with Student Learning Plans and parent co-facilitation.

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 districts commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.

Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/SD71_BCTF_Salary_Grid_2024

To Apply:

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: hr@sd71.bc.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume with supporting documentation and three (3) professional references through www.makeafuture.ca/comox-valley. Only applicants with a complete application package may be considered.

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.

Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)

An Equal Opportunity Employer