Regional Alternative Programs Learning Support Teacher Complex Behaviours (Gr 6-12)

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP • Berwick, NS

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Alternative Programs Learning Support Teacher (Complex Behaviours) will work as part of a team in supporting youth with challenging and complex behaviours to meet their academic, behavioural, emotional and social goals. This role involves working with students in alternative sites and developing transition plans for reintegration or transition to various educational or work settings. The position requires regular check-ins with students and their families/caregivers, and coordination with mental health services and other multidisciplinary partners.

Requirements

• A valid Nova Scotia Teaching License is required
• A minimum of ten years of successful classroom experience is required
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of and experience with using the UDL framework, Problem and Project-Based learning, Differentiated Instruction, evidence-based practices
• Demonstrates an accurate understanding of the program planning process and how to implement effective documented adaptations, IPP’s, Behaviour Intervention Support Plans
• Adept at building solid, authentic relationships with students with complex needs, families/Guardians, and staff
• Demonstrates excellent classroom and student management skills
• Knowledge of and experience with using current, effective high-leverage practices in a classroom (Tier 1 classroom strategies)
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of and experience in implementing Tier 1, 2 and 3 supports within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports
• Demonstrates solid skills in planning (backward design) assessment for and of learning and the development of next steps for learners
• Demonstrates ability to observe, identify and make recommendations for effective strategies, routines and classroom procedures
• Demonstrates ability to effectively and accurately collect data (FBA’s, tracking tools, evidence of learning etc.)
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of behaviour principles and methods/strategies for positively changing behaviour
• Accurately and effectively uses student data to analyze and develop next steps for student learning
• Has a clear understanding of inclusive education and how to meet the needs of all learners
• Has thorough knowledge in how students learn (multiple intelligences and preferred learning)
• Demonstrates ability to work successfully in a team environment
• Demonstrates ability to apply effective strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution
• Demonstrates ability to work with and communicate effectively through strong interpersonal, oral and written skills with students and staff within the AVRCE
• Knowledge and experience in the application of technologies used to enhance instruction and learning
• Demonstrates ability to apply knowledge, experience and commitment in the areas of race relations, culturally relevant pedagogy, cross-cultural understanding, human rights and diversity, equity
• Would be comfortable working with students who have not been connected to school for long periods of time

Nice To Haves

• A Master's in Education (Inclusive Education) is preferred
• A minimum of five years of successful Learning Support (resource), including working with students with complex behaviours, is an asset

Responsibilities

• Design academic/IPP (life skills, social development) programming for identified students
• Develop a schedule and provide virtual and/or in-person instruction to identified students
• Design programming focused on developing pro-social behaviours and social skills, and, where possible, employability skills
• Design opportunities for community-based/career programming, and where appropriate, work with other staff to implement these experiences
• Develop and action a transition plan for each youth to guide reintegration or transition to the community school, experiential school, adult high school, the workforce, etc.
• Prioritize regular check-ins with identified students and their family/caregivers
• Coordinate with mental health and/or counseling services, as well as multidisciplinary partners
• Work with students in alternative sites
• Other duties as required

Benefits

• Terms and conditions of employment, including wages, are in accordance with the Nova Scotia Teachers' Provincial Agreement
• Accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior