Elementary Counsellor
- Williams Lake, BC, Canada
The current salary range is $63, 347.00 to $116, 190.00 per annum, paid over 10 months and pro-rated to the FTE of the assignment. · Contract
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- The current salary range is $63, 347.00 to $116, 190.00 per annum, paid over 10 months and pro-rated to the FTE of the assignment.
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Original job description
Elementary Counsellor.
40% FTE - 2 days per week, part time, temporary.
The Elementary Counsellor will support students in various elementary schools in Williams Lake and area (which could include our rural schools). Schedule to be determined in consultation with the District Principal of Inclusive Education.
Salary
The salary of this assignment is based on our current salary grid and upon verification of your BC TQS as well as verification of years of service from previous employers. The current salary range is $63, 347.00 to $116, 190.00 per annum, paid over 10 months and pro-rated to the FTE of the assignment.
Special Qualifications Required
- Legally eligible to work in Canada (this position is not eligible for LMIA sponsored job offer)
- Master's degree in Counselling Psychology or a related field from an institution recognized by the Teacher Regulation Branch, with training in school counselling theory and techniques
- A professional teaching certificate, or eligibility for certification in British Columbia, along with successful practicum and or teaching experience
- Demonstrated interest in learning about district and community resources
- Applicant must possess a valid BC Driver's License and have a vehicle available
- Proven ability to work independently
In School District 27 it is acknowledged that we humbly work, learn, and live on the traditional, ancestral, unceded, and shared lands of the Secwepemc, Tsilhqot’tin, and Dakelh people. This includes the lands of Tsq’escen̓, Stswecem̓c\Xget’tem, Esk’etemc, Xatsull, T’exelc, Tsideldel, Tl’etinqox, Yunesit̓in, Tl’esqox, Xeni Gwet’in, ?Esdilagh and Ulkatchot’en First Nations. We acknowledge that Secwepemctsi̓n, Tsilhqot’in, and Carrier are the official languages of this land.
We commit to supporting our new teachers (those with 0-2 years of experience) by facilitating a structured mentorship program. Teachers who desire mentorship but who have more than 2 years experience will qualify for mentorship based on the provisions within our collective agreement.
We also believe in providing Professional Development beyond the provisions of our collective agreement. The District has engaged in long term contracts with several (up to 6) educational leaders. Teachers can expect to see the educational leaders in our District, up to 2 days prior to a Professional Development Day, offering hands on coaching both in the classroom and in sessions (evening or during the Professional Development Day).
Our local teachers' union, the Cariboo Chilcotin Teachers' Association, also boasts strong collective agreement language regarding Professional Development as well as financial support for their members to engage in opportunities.
Relocation allowance may be offered with this position.
School District No. 27 (Cariboo-Chilcotin) is an equal opportunity employer
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide counselling support to students across elementary schools in Williams Lake and the surrounding area, potentially including rural schools. Coordinate the work schedule with the District Principal of Inclusive Education.
Requirements
A master's degree in Counselling Psychology or a related field from an institution recognized by the Teacher Regulation Branch is required, with training in school counselling theory and techniques. Applicants must hold or be eligible for a British Columbia teaching certificate, have successful practicum and/or teaching experience, be legally eligible to work in Canada, hold a valid BC driver's license with access to a vehicle, and be able to work independently.
Skills
- School Counselling
- Counselling Psychology
- Student Support
- School Counselling Theory
- Counselling Techniques
- Independent Work
- Knowledge of District Resources
- Knowledge of Community Resources
- Communication
- Collaboration
Benefits
- Relocation Allowance
- Mentorship Program
- Professional Development Support
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Education
- Social Services
Keywords
- Elementary Counsellor
- School Counselling
- Counselling Psychology
- Master's Degree
- School Counselling Theory
- Counselling Techniques
- Teacher Regulation Branch
- Professional Teaching Certificate
- Practicum Experience
- Teaching Experience
- Student Support
- Inclusive Education
- District Resources
- Community Resources
- Independent Work
- Valid BC Driver's License
- Vehicle Availability
- Elementary Schools
- Rural Schools
- Education