School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

We invite applications for the temporary position of:

0.8571 FTE Grade 8-12 Learning Support Teacher

Learning Support teachers work with students with low incidence challenges, behavioural/mental health issues and learning disabilities. They play an active role in the identification and assessment of students. They provide support to classroom teachers to facilitate the inclusion of students in the regular classroom, assist classroom teachers with the development of I.E.P.s and collaborate with classroom teachers to design or implement instructional strategies or to adapt/modify instructional content or materials. They also provide direct remedial instruction.

Preferred qualification:

Degree in Special Education (i.e. post diploma program, Special Education concentration)

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Ability to provide support for students across the special needs spectrum

Ability to provide instructional support for students with learning challenges

Ability and qualifications to administer Level B assessments

Ability to support classroom teachers with developing, implementing and monitoring Individual Education Plans and Learning Plans for non-designated students

Experience in preparing adapted and modified curriculum

Ability to provide remedial instruction in reading and mathematics

Experience with educational software to support student learning such as Kurzweil, etc.

Ability to develop positive behaviour supports using functional assessment practices





Ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers to design or implement instructional strategies or adapt/modify instructional content or materials

Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary team (including school district professional and paraprofessional staff, parents and community agency staff)

Ability to work as a member of the School Based Team

Ability to case manage and problem solve

Ability to provide training for, to organize and to direct the work of educational assistants and to assist principals with scheduling

Successful teaching experience at the secondary level and understanding of secondary curriculum

Our educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and social competencies. Our educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry. As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalize learning. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the district's commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.

School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, students and community, and we do so in a secure space fueled by curiosity and acceptance.

Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: https://bcpsea.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/71-Salary-Grid-2026.pdf

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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