Autism/Learning Centre Consultant & Complex Cases Lead - Jobs in Bridgewater, NS

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Autism/Learning Centre Consultant & Complex Cases LeadSouth Shore Regional Centre for EducationThe South Shore Regional Centre for Education (SSRCE) practices the culturally responsive pedagogy approach in providing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, safe and healthy education that supports learning and success both personally and academically to the 59,000 residents of Lunenburg and Queens Counties, an area of 5,250 square kilometres and a total of 23 schools.Regional Centres for Education have Employment Equity Policies and/or processes and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African Nova Scotian, African Canadian and African ancestry and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please ensure that you complete the self-identification portion on the position application.PositioPosition: Autism/Learning Centre Consultant & Complex Cases LeadReports to: Director of Programs and Student ServicesEmployee Group: NSTUStart Date: September 19, 2022Poistion Status: Permanent (100%)Application Deadline: September 12, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid NS teaching license
• Masters in Inclusive Education and/or Special Education
• Minimum of 5 years experience working as a Learning Support Teacher with children and youth diagnosed with ASD, preferably at all grade levels
• Minimum of 5 years experience working as a classroom teacher programming for students with diverse needs
• Recent training and experience in evidence based programming and intervention for students with ASD and complex needs
  • Certified training in the following: TEACCH, STAR (Strategies for Teaching based on Autism Research), STAR Links, Social Narratives, TRAACE (Transition Readiness & Autism Community Employment), PEERS (Program for the Evaluation and Enrichment of Relational Skills), TTAP (TEACCH Transition Assessment Profile), Social Thinking, Interoception, and PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
  • APSEA AIE ASD Online Course: ASD and Behavioral Interventions: An Introduction for School Personnel
• Proven ability to work as a contributing member of Student Planning Teams and Teaching Support Teams
• Current knowledge of ASD, the impact on learning, communication and social engagement throughout the lifespan
• Excellent communication (written, oral, and electronic), problem solving, organization, and interpersonal skills

Characteristics:

• Demonstrated ability to provide program direction and assist in the development of appropriate outcomes for students with ASD and complex needs
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with students, parents, community members, and outside agencies

Task Dimensions:

• Participate in Student Planning Team (SPT) and/or Teaching Support Team (TST) to assist in problem solving and program planning for students with ASD and/or complex needs
• Apply training and experience to develop and support Individual Program Plans, Integrated Support Plans, and teaching strategies based on the individual needs of students with ASD
• Caseload lead for students with complex needs that require an exceptional level of intensive, specialized programming and support. Programming for these students necessitates collaboration among a wide range of service providers within the school system and with outside agencies
• Support implementation of evidence-based programming, strategies, and interventions at Tier 1, 2, and 3
• Oversee, in consultation with the Coordinator of Student Services, the implementation of provincial initiatives including STAR/STAR Links, TTAP, PEERS, and other evidence based programs
• Model teaching strategies and support school staff, as needed
• Collaborate and lead the SSRCE’s Autism Team, in consultation with the Coordinator of Student Services
• Plan and develop training and professional learning opportunities related to ASD
• Work collaboratively with the Student Services Team and Regional Education Team
• Engage in continuing education and professional development in MTSS, Inclusive Education, and ASD
• Comply with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations
• Possess knowledge of provincial and Regional Education Centre or CSAP policies, guidelines and procedures, and the rights and responsibilities of parents, students, teachers, and schools, as they relate to individuals with special needs
• Perform other related duties as required

BACKGROUND/SECURITY CHECKS:The South Shore Regional Centre for Education requires all newly hired employees to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check and a Nova Scotia Child Abuse Register Check. We will accept checks completed within the last 3 months.Thank you for your interest in the South Shore Regional Centre for Education, however, only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.Job Segment: Training, EducationQuick Apply

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