Behaviour Consultant

Our collaborative and supportive school team has an opening for a Behaviour Consultant at our Middle/High campus. The Behaviour Consultant maintains an IEP caseload and provides direct and indirect academic and behaviour instruction to students with both high-incidence and low-incidence designations, working alongside classroom teachers and Educational Assistants to develop student success and independence. The candidate will have a growth mindset and exceptional interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Training and successful classroom teaching experience
• Valid BC teaching certificate or Independent Schools Teaching Certificate
• Ideal candidate will have training and/or certificate and/or Master’s degree in Special Education, or relevant equivalent experience

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the BC Ministry of Education’s current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services.
• Understanding of the implementation and use of various forms of student data (academic, behavioural) to set targets and build responsive student plans.
• Ability to collaborate with school-based team members and staff to support instruction and interventions for students with exceptionalities, including demonstrated ability and practice of strong instructional and assessment practices for all students.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of IEPs, progress reporting and strength-based planning, including student-led IEPs and instructional strategies to support student independence.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coordinate and integrate competency-based support services, including knowledge of the renewed BC curriculum, core competencies and practice collaboratively creating learning maps.
• Knowledge and implementation of a continuum of classroom-based instructional services for early intervention.
• Ability to facilitate and participate in a professional learning community that nurtures innovation, risk-taking and collaboration with classroom teachers and support staff.
• Excellence in instruction/assessment in core academic subjects, including knowledge of balanced literacy practices and running records.
• Understanding of UDL, RTI and multi-tiered systems of support.
• Demonstrated excellence in maintaining positive, respectful and collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents/guardians, and external consultants within an inclusive school environment. Including knowledge of EA management and YCW roles in an elementary, middle and secondary school context.
• Comfortable implementing high tech and low tech supports.
• Skilled in problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management strategies.

WHAT DO WE OFFER? 

• Competitive compensation ($65,507 – $108,316) based on education and experience, extended benefits package, and pension plan
• Strong, supportive teaching and learning culture
• Access to resources and encouragement to dream big, pursue your giftings and build something impactful for the future
• 250+ minutes per week for collaborative planning and preparation time

HOW TO APPLY?

• Submit your résumé, contact information for 2 professional references, contact information for one reference speaking to your faith and character, and a cover letter.
• https://www.langleychristian.com/why-work-at-lcs/
• We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.