DISTRICT SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

The Board of Education of School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) is seeking a TEMPORARY full-time (1.0 FTE) School Psychologist effective September 3, 2024 until June 28, 2025.

Requirements:

A Master's Degree in School Psychology, Educational Psychology or equivalent;

BC College of Teachers certification;

Membership in the BC College of Psychologists;

Training and recent experience in providing psych-educational assessments for K- 12 students (Level C as per Ministry guidelines);

Knowledge and skills in the identification procedures and program planning for students with diverse learning needs including autism, behavioural and developmental exceptionalities, learning disabilities, etc.;

Working knowledge of and experience in Indigenous education;

Proven experience in the development of positive, collaborative and consultative working relationships with students, parents, colleagues and school support staff;

The ability to write clear and effective reports;

The ability to assist school based Special Education and Learning Resource teachers;

Be a strong advocate for students with diverse learning needs;

The ability to use technology effectively and efficiently;

Valid BC Driver's License.

Competitive Salary: $65,971 - $113,321 per annum Remote and Rural Allowance: $3,035 per annum

Travel Allowance: $1,136 per annum

If you are interested in assuming this role and are a community minded leader seeking a new challenge, please submit a teacher application complete with comprehensive resume and supporting documents, along with three (3) professional references by to:

Human Resources Manager

School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) PO Box 69

Village of Daajing Giids, BC V0T 1S0 E-mail: hr@sd50.bc.ca

Fax: 250-559-8473

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Preference will be given to qualified new hires with Haida and/or other Indigenous ancestry who have demonstrated knowledge and experience of Haida culture.