Posting Number: T26-252Date Issued: September 17, 2026POSITIONWorksite: Cultus Lake Swílhcha Community SchoolContract Type: Temporary, Part-Time (40%)Assignment Area(s): Elementary School CounsellorSalary 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 pmRequired Abilities, Qualifications And ExperienceMaster's degree, recognized by the College of Teachers, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counsellingKnowledge 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 supportDemonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and perform behavioural screening and/or assessments to complete Functional Behaviour Assessments and Positive Behaviour Support PlansKnowledge 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 literacyDemonstrated 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 studentsDemonstrated 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 teachersDemonstrated experience supporting students through a Response to Intervention (RTI) Framework with SEL conceptsKnowledge 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 beliefsUnderstanding 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 studentsDemonstrated commitment and ability to support student transitions into, within and out of schoolDemonstrated ability to provide leadership at the school-based teamDemonstrated experience in monitoring student progress using student learning plans, and competency-based individual educationDemonstrated experience connecting families with the appropriate community supports and servicesDemonstrated commitment to skilled learning as a counsellorFor Further Information Contact: Lisa Wallace, Principal of Cultus Elementary (604) 858-6266

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