A temporary full time (1.0) Counselor is required by School District No.

Kearney Middle

School.

Kearney Middle School is a vibrant middle school offering classes in grades 7-9. We enroll a diverse student population of 600, 25% of whom are of Indigenous descent. We have an active Parent Advisory Committee and a supportive parent community.

Our school is committed to student-centered learning, a focus on collaborative planning, and a caring environment to provide quality education. Our other exciting opportunities for students include our outstanding visual and performing arts programs, Hockey Academy, and the range of other extracurricular opportunities available to students, including volleyball, basketball, cross-country running and track and field. Experience/training/knowledge of Social Emotional Learning.

Demonstrated ability to create a positive classroom community contributing to a safe, caring, and healthy school where every student feels a sense of belonging

Strong belief in the philosophy of inclusion and the potential of all students to learn

Understanding of the BC Curriculum and ability to plan both short-term and long-term in consideration of class composition

Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the foundation of enhancing student learning

Qualifications at the Master’s level in counselling/psychology are required

Counselling support and behaviour interventions that follow the RTI (Response to Intervention) framework is an essential understanding

Excellent interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills are required to work at all three tiers of a responsive system, supporting teachers,



school teams and parents in developing and strengthening the social and emotional skills of our children & youth

Advanced training in educational psychology

Qualifications and experience in counselling at all grade levels

Experience and ability to utilize, interpret and implement the Functional Analysis of Behaviour, Auchenbach and other approved behaviour assessments to support the development of Behaviour Intervention Plans

Knowledge and skills to develop and support district protocols such as: Safety Plans, Crisis, Prevention & Intervention plans, Emergency plans, Risk Assessments, Threat Assessment

Experience and knowledge of processes such as Wraparound, TRIBES, Restorative Justice, Circle Talks, Social Responsibility Performance Standards

Experience with co-teaching and supporting in the classroom in addition to individual/group counselling

Knowledge and understanding of the CASEL framework , both in the classroom and on a school wide basis A commitment to working with colleagues on the development of School Improvement Plans and the District's Framework for Enhancing Student Learning

Ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and school based teams to support classrooms with Tier 1 and 2 supports and specific scenarios involving more individual plans

Skills to develop and implement individual/group programs in areas such as social skills,



self-esteem, anger management, bullying, anxiety, peer-pressure

Knowledge of materials and strategies appropriate for supporting students with complex needs

2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas

$3,500 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)

Advantages as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance.

Kearney Middle

School (phone hidden) or [email protected]

Kearney Middle School (phone hidden) or [email protected]

About School District 60 School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners. Our district is made up of dedicated, energetic professionals for whom the achievement and well-being of their students is a first priority.

School

District 60 is progressive and growing. There are 23 schools with School District No. The district’s schools provide education services to approximately 6000 ethnically and demographically diverse students.

School District 60 is located on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the northern tip of the Canadian Prairies in beautiful Fort St.

Fort St

John is a city for all seasons and year-round playground for those who like pristine wilderness, an active lifestyle, cosmopolitan city life and the enthusiasm of an energetic community.

Why School District 60 French Immersion, music, & outdoor education programs

Advanced technology facilities and resources

School District No.

📌 Temporary Full-Time Counsellor (Fort St. John)
🏢 School District 60
📍 Fort St. John