Position: Special Education Teacher

Organization: Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society (LMDSS)

Location: 108 17828 65A Ave., Surrey, BC (In-Person and Online)

Status: Subcontract Position

Compensation: TBD per hour, depending on experience level

Overview

LMDSS is seeking an experienced Special Education Teacher to provide one-on-one and small-group instruction to learners with Down syndrome and, at times, other neurodevelopmental diagnoses (e.g., autism). Younger learners are looking for additional support to be successful in school, while older learners are focused on maintaining and strengthening skills in a comfortable, empathetic environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide individualized and small-group instruction for neurodiverse students (K–12 and adults) either in person or virtually.
- Teach an adaptive curriculum in math, reading, money math,budgeting functional numeracy, literacy, comprehension, social and life skills.
- Willing to modify your plans accordingly to meet the needs of the student where they are on that day.
- Design, modify, implement, and monitor individualized education plans (IEPs).
- Apply strategies to support learning, independence and participation.
- Use assistive technology, including TouchChat and Augmentative and Alternative Communication.
- Maintain professional documentation, session notes, and attendance records.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor or Master's of Education Degree
- Valid BC Teaching Certificate - COQ
- Criminal Record Check
- Post-Graduate Program in Special Education
- Minimum 2 years' experience in the Special Education Teaching role




- Training focused on Individual Education Plans, behavioral intervention and assistive technology
- Orton-Gillingham Training an asset
- American Sign Language an asset
- First Aid, CPR, and Food Secure Certification an asset
- Microsoft 365 and Teams knowledge required

Schedule & Term Hours are flexible and will be scheduled based on student needs and teacher availability. This is an ongoing subcontract role; the start date is ASAP. Please include your weekly availability (days/times) in your application.

Compensation & Subcontracting

Compensation is TBD per hour and will be based on experience and training. As this is a subcontract position, the successful candidate will invoice LMDSS for approved hours in accordance with LMDSS processes.

Work Location

Sessions may be delivered in person at 108 17828 65A Ave., Surrey, BC and for online classes(Microsoft Teams). Any travel expectations (e.g., home-based sessions) are TBD and will be discussed during the interview process.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, training (e.g., Orton-Gillingham, AAC/assistive technology), and availability to [email protected]. Include “Special Education Teacher – Subcontract” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

LMDSS is committed to an inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and will provide reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process upon request.

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Special Education Teacher (Surrey)
🏢 Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society
📍 Surrey