SRCE-26-138, WEC, School Counsellor (50%) / Classroom TBA (50%)

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

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About The Position

This position is for a School Counsellor role within the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE). The SRCE is part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, established on April 1, 2018, to support student learning, achievement, well-being, and overall success. The SRCE serves approximately 5,948 students in 20 schools and 375 children in pre-primary programs across 14 locations in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, encompassing the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness, and Richmond. The organization is supported by approximately 1,166 employees and aims to empower children and youth in safe, equitable, and inclusive environments to become responsible, contributing, and successful lifelong learners.

Requirements

• Valid teacher certification for the Province of Nova Scotia.
• Methodology courses, experience, or practicum teaching in the subject area(s) at the appropriate level for the competition.
• Excellent classroom and student management skills.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of technologies used to enhance instruction and learning.
• Knowledge and/or experience in implementing inclusive teaching and assessment strategies.
• Masters in Counselling.
• Meet the Department of Education Provincial Guidance/Counselling Program 2008 May requirements.
• Completion of graduate level courses in: Individualized Counselling Theory and Practice, Group Counselling Theory and Practice, Assessment or Testing, Career Theory and Practice, Professional Practice Issues and Ethics, and University Faculty Supervised On-Site Practicum.
• All Graduate level courses within the program specific to counselling skills and practices must be completed in class, face to face, with a faculty counsellor educator.
• Eligibility of Certification within the field, as established by the Canadian Counselling Association.
• Application must include at least three (3) work-related references, one must be your most recent supervisor.
• Provide current (within 6 mos.), and clear Child Abuse Registry & Criminal Record-Vulnerable Sector check prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling services to students.
• Support student learning, achievement, well-being, and overall success.
• Implement inclusive teaching and assessment strategies.
• Utilize technologies to enhance instruction and learning.
• Manage classrooms and students effectively.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level