Guidance Counsellor with Instructional Resource Teaching Duties - Jobs in Burin Bay Arm, NL

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POSITION TITLE: Guidance Counsellor with Instructional Resource Teaching DutiesCOMPETITION #: 2223-24945-02COMPETITION END DATE: August 11, 2022 12:00 PMLOCATION(S): Pearce Junior High School · 48 Main Street · P. O. Box 130 · Burin Bay Arm · A0E 1G0EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor of Education

Master of Education (Counseling/Psychology)

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JOB TEXT:Full time term position for Guidance Counsellor (0.64) with Instructional Resource Teaching Duties (0.36) from September 6, 2022 to June 23, 2023.Successful candidates will be able to engage professionally with colleagues, families and communities; demonstrate the planning and implementation of effective and responsive teaching and learning practices; Provide evidence of how to shape a safe and positive learning environment for students and families; demonstrate a love of learning and an ability to build learner and leadership capacity; provide evidence and understanding of the impact of effective assessment practices.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Candidates applying for any position as an IRT will be working with students who may present with a wide range of developmental needs (including intellectual, physical, and/or social-emotional).

• Knowledge and understanding of the Standards of Practice for Instructional Resource Teachers including:
  • Foundations of Special Education - The Instructional Resource Teacher (IRT) understands and applies knowledge of the foundations of special education.
  • Development and Characteristics of Learners - The IRT understands the development and characteristics of learners.
  • Educational Assessment - The IRT understands the educational assessment process and uses a variety of assessment strategies to support the development of students.
  • Planning Instruction - The IRT understands the diversity of students’ strengths and needs and applies this knowledge when planning instruction.
  • Delivering Instruction - The IRT understands the diversity of students’ strengths and needs and applies this knowledge when delivering instruction.
  • Learning Environment - The IRT helps create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, independence and self-motivation.
  • Collaborative Partnerships - The IRT understands the importance of building collaborative partnerships to enhance student learning.
  • Reflective Practice - The IRT continually evaluates his/her practice and actively seeks professional growth opportunities to enhance student learning.

As Guidance Counsellor, you will be a part of the school-based service delivery team and be responsible for the development of an annual comprehensive school guidance program which outlines the implementation of interventions that promote the holistic development of students.Reporting to the Principal, you will provide leadership to school staff, service to students, implement assessments, and participate in response planning for possible critical incidents/traumatic events. As part of the school’s service delivery team you will further the aims and objectives of the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District and support improved educational opportunities through program support.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Education
• Bachelor of Special Education
• Master’s Degree in Counselling Psychology including courses in psychological assessments.
• Training in Crisis Intervention and Co-operative Discipline Techniques.
• This position may require the use of a personal vehicle and require travel.

Applicants without the required qualifications may be considered in accordance with Clause 37.01 (d).REMINDER: Electronic eOFFERs only with 24 hour expiration - applicants must monitor their email accounts.Quick Apply

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