Posting Number : T26-252

Date Issued: September 17, 2026

POSITION
Worksite: Cultus Lake Swílhcha Community School

Contract Type: Temporary, Part time (40%)

Assignment Area(s): Elementary School Counsellor

Salary Range: $63,347 to $116,190 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)

Effective Date: Immediately until no later than June 30, 2027 (or return of teacher)

Deadline for Applications: Friday, September 25, 2026 – 12:00 pm

Required Abilities, Qualifications And Experience

Master's degree, recognized by the College of Teachers, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counselling

Knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services, as it relates to behavior and mental health support

Demonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and perform behavioural screening and/or assessments to complete Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans

Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of CBIEPs in consultation with the classroom teacher(s), parent(s), student and district personnel.

Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement teaching practices that align with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.





Demonstrated ability to provide in-service and coaching to teachers in the area of trauma-informed behaviour support and mental health literacy

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a team (ex. child and youth care work and Indigenous Education Assistant) to provide a continuum of services that support the academic, personal, social, and emotional development of students

Demonstrated ability to plan inclusively using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to allow multiple access points for learners with differing abilities, interests, and needs with a commitment to co-plan and/or co-teach SEL with classroom teachers

Demonstrated experience supporting students through a Response to Intervention (RTI) Framework with SEL concepts

Knowledge of, and demonstrated commitment to implementing the First People's Principals of Learning with respect to supporting SEL development in the class, and providing individual student support that is respectful of culture and beliefs

Understanding of Tier 1, 2, and 3 supports for students' social/emotional learning and/or mental health needs, and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with staff to plan for and support students

Demonstrated commitment and ability to support student transitions into, within and out of school

Demonstrated ability to provide leadership at the school-based team

Demonstrated experience in monitoring student progress using student learning plans, and competency-based individual education

Demonstrated experience connecting families with the appropriate community supports and services

Demonstrated commitment to professional learning as a counsellor

For Further Information Contact: Lisa Wallace, Principal of Cultus Elementary (604) 858-6266

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📌 -252 Temporary, Part-Time (40%) Counsellor (British Columbia)
🏢 Chilliwack School District No. 33
📍 British Columbia