Position Description
A temporary full time (1.0) Counselor is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. The assignment will be at Dr. Kearney Middle School.

Dr. 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 workplace 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. Please see www.kearney.prn.bc.ca for more information.

Qualifications and Experience

Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)

Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the middle years level

Experience with universal design and differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students

Excellent interpersonal, communications, collaboration and organization skills

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

Demonstrated use of classroom management practices that are pro-active and maintain student dignity

Demonstrated use of assessment practices that promote student learning and maintain student dignity

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

Counsellingsupport and behaviourinterventions that follow theRTI(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

Preference will be given to the candidate who has the above skill set, plus:

Advanced training in educational psychology

Qualifications and experience incounsellingat all grade levels

Experience and ability to utilize, interpret and implement the Functional Analysis ofBehaviour, Auchenbach and other approvedbehaviourassessments to support the development ofBehaviourIntervention 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 classroomand on a school wide basis

A commitment to working with colleagues on the development of School ImprovementPlans and the District's Framework for Enhancing Student Learning

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

Skills to develop and implement individual/group programs in areas such as social skills,self-esteem, angermanagement, bullying, anxiety, peer-pressure

Knowledge/experience in working with critical incidence response

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

Ability/experience to contact and liaison with outside agencies

Interested applicants are required to supply

Three (3) references

Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate)

Compensation

$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)

Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $72,720 - $118,770

Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer paid based on FTE

For more information please contact:
T. Lang, Principal, Dr. Kearney Middle School (phone hidden) or [email protected]

T. Braun, Vice-Principal, Dr. Kearney Middle School (phone hidden) or [email protected]

About School District 60
School District 60is 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.Together we challenge, encourage and support all learners to be responsible for developing their abilities with respect for self, others and the workplace.

School District 60 is progressive and growing. There are 23 schools with School District No. 60 (Peace River North). 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 FortSt. John, BC. Fort St John is 478 km northeast of Prince Georgeand 1,237 km north of Vancouver, situated near the border with neighbouringAlberta, 214 km west ofGrande Prairie,Alberta. The region’s economy is prosperous and expanding. 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

Professional development opportunities

Supportive culture of teacher collaboration

Curriculum and teacher supports

French Immersion, music, & outdoor education programs

Advanced technology facilities and resources

Progressive and growing district

Innovative educational practices

School District No. 60 (Fort St John)
10112 105 Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 4S4

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