Description
Desired Abilities, Qualifications and Experience :
Master’s degree, recognized by the BC Teachers Regulatory Branch, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counselling
Knowledge of the Ministry of Education current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures
Experience working with behaviour disorders in children and adolescents
Knowledge and experience in administration of suicide risk assessments
Knowledge and understanding of the counselling role, willingness to collaborate in developing IEPs
Experience teaching social skills programs to student with a wide range of abilities
Interest in facilitating peer counselling skills amongst students
Demonstrated capabilities in providing effective student, family and group counselling services
Be committed to working collaboratively in a team setting with students, staff, administration, parents and community partners
Passionate about developing a music program
Bella Bella Community School (BBCS) offers Nursery to Grade 12 to both Heiltsuk and non-Heiltsuk students and is accredited as a BC Ministry of Education Independent School and is certified with the First Nations School Association.
Bella Bella is located in the heart of the Heiltsuk Nation and the Great Bear Rainforest! Positions at this school will appeal to individuals who have a strong interest in teaching First Nations students, would appreciate the opportunity to embrace Heiltsuk Culture, enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, boating and fishing and are comfortable living on the stunning Central Coast of BC.
Bella Bella is reached by regular Pacific Coastal air service from Vancouver or by BC Ferries from Port Hardy or Prince Rupert.
Our mission is to develop in a just, caring, and respectful environment, students who are independent and life-long learners, incorporating our community traditions and culture with the acquisition of skills needed to succeed in both the traditional and modern worlds.
We offer:
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Subsidized furnished accommodation
* $500 Relocation allowance
* $1000.00 Signing bonus
* One round trip airfare to Vancouver per school year
* Bonus sick day package
Application Process:
Please email the following:
cover letter
resume
scan of certification
scan of official transcripts indicating degree(s) earned
recent Criminal Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Check
three professional references
to Maryann Gladstone at mgladstone@bellabella.ca. For further information regarding this opportunity please contact, Maryann at 250 957-8070 and see our BBCS website
