Description
Learning Supports - Education Centre
Company Overview
As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 28,600 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.
RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.
Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.
The Opportunity
Rocky View Schools invites applications for a temporary, full-time (35 hrs/wk) Positive Behaviour Coach starting immediately until June 27, 2025. The Positive Behaviour Coach provides one-to-one direct support and intervention to identified student(s) and provides ongoing modeling and coaching to classroom teachers and support staff. The Positive Behaviour Coach provides direction and expertise in designing and developing personalized learning programs for students with challenging social-emotional behaviors in a variety of educational settings across Rocky View Schools (RVS). This position is located at the Education Center in Airdrie, Alberta. A valid Alberta Motor Vehicle License and access to a reliable vehicle will be required, as travel is essential.
Responsibilities
Provides one-on-one direct support and intervention to identified students
Models intervention strategies for classroom teachers and support staff
Based on information and data collected, develops strategies and functionally sound intervention plans to address targeted behaviours
Assists in the development of the student’s IPP incorporating elements of the intervention plan, where appropriate, to maximize student success
Conducts observations and functional behavioural assessment to determine target behaviours and establish baseline data
Provides professional learning opportunities for school and division staff to deepen their knowledge, understanding, and expertise of Social and Emotional Behavioral difficulties
Prepares necessary documentation (i.e. client related records, consultation notes, assessment reports, progress reports, etc.)
Partners with educators, families, and community agencies to provide effective learning environments for students
Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in a Social Science discipline with a psychology or education major
Specialized training in supporting students in inclusive educational environments
Minimum of three years’ successful experience working with persons with severe social-emotional, behavioural, and/or mental health difficulties
Rocky View Schools Benefits
6% Vacation Pay
As this is a temporary position there is no employer paid sick time, pension, or benefits
Rocky View School employees who are ineligible for employer paid benefits may access the supplemental benefits package at their own cost
Professional development and training opportunities
Free Parking
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of complex and sensitive issues professionally and in a timely manner
Proven ability to establish collaborative working relationships with internal and external clients
Ability to successfully work in a team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Participates in program development, improvement, effectiveness, and innovation of special education instructional methods
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment.
Open to: Internal and External applicants
Salary Range: $35.75 - $43.42 hourly rate (effective Dec.2/24 the salary range will be $36.82 - $44.72 hourly rate as a result of a 3% pay increase)
How to Apply: We request all applications be placed through https://rockyview.simplication.com
Applications must include your cover letter, resume and contact information of three professional references.
Quote Job Code: #3861595
Closing Date: On or before November 21, 2024 at 4:30 pm MST.
Rocky View Schools
Human Resources
www.rockyview.ab.ca
We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is not delay in contacting you.
