Temporary 1.0 Fte District Counsellor Required
BASED IN GOLD RIVER, BC
Effective September 1, 2026 to October 13, 2026 or the return of the incumbent
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Teaching assignment may include, but may not be limited to:
- Elementary and Secondary School Counselling
The successful candidate will:
- have an exemplary work ethic, effective communication skills and a proven ability to work as an effective team member to ensure success in this setting;
- be a committed to being an advocate for students;
- possess outstanding skills in building student rapport;
- have a strong knowledge and understanding of the Graduation Program requirements;
- strong skills as a problem solver;
- strong skills in conflict resolution;
- establish open and effective dialogue with community agencies and resource people;
- knowledge, skills and experience in the use of student information systems (MyEdBC)
- deal meaningfully with differentiated student learning styles and behaviour issues and demonstrate an ability to address individual student needs;
- provide a hands-on, active classroom experience for student learning;
- possess an understanding of and an ability to assist in the development and implementation of IEP's and Behavioural Plans for students;
- be a willing and contributing member of the School Based Team
- commit to supporting the District's goal to improve student well-being and utilize strategies to support student well-being, positive social and emotional development, and positive behaviour;
- commit to the District's goals to improve the success of First Nations students;
- communicate with parents and guardians;
- be willing and flexible to teach other subjects
- be willing and able to travel throughout the District, when required;
- be physically capable to perform the duties of this position.
Essential Qualifications
- BC Certified and qualified with a Master's in Counselling;
- Valid Class 5 BC driver's license.
Inquiries can be directed to the Superintendent at 250283-2241, ext 7 