The focus of this itinerant district position is on psycho-educational assessments and collaborative consultation with school-based teams and classroom teachers.

Reporting to the District Principal – Inclusive Learning, the school psychologist is accountable for providing identification, assessment and planning services to students of school age (Kindergarten to Grade 12) when there are serious learning and/or behavioural difficulties.

The successful candidate will be qualified to administer and interpret up to, and including, Level C Educational, Psychological and Behavioural assessments. ÌýAs well, the psychologist will make recommendations to the District Principal regarding students’ eligibility for specific Ministry of Education categories.

Qualifications and Experience

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in school psychology, or related field, with a focus on school psychology, including graduate training in measurement and individual psychological assessments
• Demonstrated ability in consulting with teachers, parents, students and community agencies regarding the nature of students’ strengths and needs, the educational implications, and ways to enhance learning
• Demonstrated ability in collaborating with school-based and/or district personnel to design or implement instructional strategies, and design or implement behavioural interventions
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education, Special Education Policies and Procedures
• Demonstrated ability in planning and presenting in-service in the area of Special Education and, specifically, in the area of assessment
• Current membership, in good standing, with the BC Association of School Psychologists or the College of Psychologists of BC

Professionally qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department of the Greater Victoria School District (email is hrs@sd61.bc.ca):

• A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
• Recent (within 3–5 years) performance report(s)
• Copies of two recent psycho-educational assessments
• Upon interview, applicants will be asked to provide three references

Greater Victoria School District #61, Human Resource Services
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

ÌýFor more information, please contact Sean McCartney at semccartney@sd61.bc.ca.

Closing Date:Ìý 4:00 p.m., Friday June 23^rd, 2023

While we appreciate all applications received, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.

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The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator will provide district leadership in the development and implementation of Indigenous arts and music programs and initiatives across the District (K-12). The goals of the program are to enhance appreciation and understanding among staff and students of the role of art and music in both traditional and contemporary Indigenous contexts, and to promote the exploration and expression of cultural identity among Indigenous students through the arts and music. This is a full-time position for the upcoming 2023/2024 school year.

Role Description and Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of the District Drum Program
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that enhance staff and student appreciation of Indigenous Art and Music
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that provide opportunity for Indigenous students to express and explore their cultural identity through art and music (visual art, dance, traditional drum, contemporary music, digital media, theatre and other)
• Collaborate with local Nations, Indigenous organizations, schools and District staff to support events and celebrations that incorporate Indigenous art and music
• Develop and support appropriate protocols associated with Indigenous art and music programs and initiatives

Reporting Structure

• The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator is accountable in the implementation of assigned duties to the Director of Indigenous

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures, including the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples and other Island Nations
• A Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies/Fine Arts fields or a combination of education, training and experience
• Experience and/or training in Indigenous traditional art as well as contemporary music, art, or digital media
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of traditional and community protocols
• Ability to build effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community, Ìýschools, and district staff
• Experience working with Indigenous children and youth in the area of Indigenous art and music
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset

Preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a letter of application and comprehensive resume to:

Human Resource Services
°®¶¹´«Ã½
556 Boleskine Road
Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
Or
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date: May 22, 2023 at 4:00pm

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator will provide district leadership in the development and implementation of Indigenous arts and music programs and initiatives across the District (K-12). The goals of the program are to enhance appreciation and understanding among staff and students of the role of art and music in both traditional and contemporary Indigenous contexts, and to promote the exploration and expression of cultural identity among Indigenous students through the arts and music. This is a full-time position for the upcoming 2022/2023 school year. (1 year term)

Role Description and Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of the District Drum Program
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that enhance staff and student appreciation of Indigenous Art and Music
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that provide opportunity for Indigenous students to express and explore their cultural identity through art and music (visual art, dance, traditional drum, contemporary music, digital media, theatre and other)
• Collaborate with local Nations, Indigenous organizations, schools and District staff to support events and celebrations that incorporate Indigenous art and music
• Develop and support appropriate protocols associated with Indigenous art and music programs and initiatives

Reporting Structure

• The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator is accountable in the implementation of assigned duties to the Director of Indigenous

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures, including the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples and other Island Nations
• A Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies/Fine Arts fields or a combination of education, training and experience
• Experience and/or training in Indigenous traditional art as well as contemporary music, art, or digital media
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of traditional and community protocols
• Ability to build effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community, Ìýschools, and district staff
• Experience working with Indigenous children and youth in the area of Indigenous art and music
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset

Preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry.
Qualified applicants are asked to submit a letter of application and comprehensive resume to:

Human Resource Services
°®¶¹´«Ã½
556 Boleskine Road
Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
Or
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.caÌý

Closing Date: July 15, 2022 at 4:00pm

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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°®¶¹´«Ã½ School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities.Ìý To provide this service, the District employs approximately 3,000 staff; which includes, teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.

The District Behaviour Consultant in collaboration with other members of the District Learning Support Team supports students with significant social, emotional and behavioural needs, who are new to the district, are returning after an absence, and/or have experienced a significant change in baseline behaviour to be successful in their catchment school setting. The range of services will include: developing stabilization and transition plans for students, providing short-term direct service and support to students, providing consultation to school staff in developing and implementing effective plans and interventions, and providing training and in-service to school and district staff as appropriate.

Please Note:Ìý As this position is itinerant, the successful applicant must have a car and a valid BC driver’s license.

ÌýQualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Special Education, Counselling Psychology, Social Work,
• Training in and experience with supporting students with significant social, emotional and behaviour support needs
• Experience in working as part of a collaborative team
• Knowledge of the BC Educational System, Ministry of Child and Family Development, Children and Youth Mental Health Supports and other community supports within the Greater Victoria region

Qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department:

• A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
• Satisfactory references

Greater Victoria School District #61, Human Resource Services
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8W 2R1
Fax: 250-475-4113
Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

For more information, please contact Pam Halverson @ phalverson@sd61.bc.ca

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only selected interviewees will be contacted.

The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator will provide district leadership in the development and implementation of Indigenous arts and music programs and initiatives across the District (K-12). The goals of the program are to enhance appreciation and understanding among staff and students of the role of art and music in both traditional and contemporary Indigenous contexts, and to promote the exploration and expression of cultural identity among Indigenous students through the arts and music. This is a full time position for the upcoming 2022/2023 school year.

Role Description and Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of the District Drum Program
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that enhance staff and student appreciation of Indigenous Art and Music
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that provide opportunity for Indigenous students to express and explore their cultural identity through art and music (visual art, dance, traditional drum, contemporary music, digital media, theatre and other)
• Collaborate with local Nations, Indigenous organizations, schools and District staff to support events and celebrations that incorporate Indigenous art and music
• Develop and support appropriate protocols associated with Indigenous art and music programs and initiatives

Reporting Structure

• The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator is accountable in the implementation of assigned duties to the Director of Indigenous

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures, including the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples and other Island Nations
• A Bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies/Fine Arts fields or a combination of education, training and experience
• Experience and/or training in Indigenous traditional art as well as contemporary music, art, or digital media
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of traditional and community protocols
• Ability to build effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community, schools, and district staff
• Experience working with Indigenous children and youth in the area of Indigenous art and music
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset

Preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a letter of application and comprehensive resume to:

Human Resource Services
°®¶¹´«Ã½
556 Boleskine Road
Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
Or
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date: May 17, 2022 at 4:00pm

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Speech & Language Pathologist
0.6 FTE (Temporary)
ASAP to June 30, 2022

°®¶¹´«Ã½ School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities.Ìý To provide this service, the District employs approximately 3,000 staff; which includes, teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides a range of services: prevention, identification, assessment and direct intervention for students K-12 with communication challenges (high/low incidence), consultation with other educators regarding students’ needs in the classroom and other environments, in-service training, and information sharing with families and other service providers.

This position supports students in acquiring communication skills central to academic achievement, as well as to foster social development and independent well-being.

Please Note:Ìý As this position is itinerant, the successful applicant must have a car and a valid BC driver’s license.Ìý

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent
• Member of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC (CSHHPBC)
• CASLPA certification and CASLPA/BCASLPA Ìýmembership preferred

Qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department:

• A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
• Satisfactory references

Human Resource Services
Greater Victoria School District 61
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
or
email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date: April 30th, 2022 by 4:00PM

For more information, please contact Sean McCartney at semccartney@sd61.bc.ca

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only selected interviewees will be contacted.

Speech & Language Pathologist
0.2 FTE (Temporary)
February 1, 2022 to June 30, 2022

°®¶¹´«Ã½ School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities.Ìý To provide this service, the District employs approximately 3,000 staff; which includes, teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides a range of services: prevention, identification, assessment and direct intervention for students K-12 with communication challenges (high/low incidence), consultation with other educators regarding students’ needs in the classroom and other environments, in-service training, and information sharing with families and other service providers.

This position supports students in acquiring communication skills central to academic achievement, as well as to foster social development and independent well-being.

Please Note:Ìý As this position is itinerant, the successful applicant must have a car and a valid BC driver’s license.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent
• Member of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC (CSHHPBC)
• CASLPA certification and CASLPA/BCASLPA Ìýmembership preferred

Qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department:
–Ìý A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
–Ìý Satisfactory references

Greater Victoria School District #61, Human Resource Services
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8W 2R1
Or Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

For more information, please contact Sean McCartney at semccartney@sd61.bc.ca

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only selected interviewees will be contacted.

°®¶¹´«Ã½ School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities. To provide this service, the District has a current operating budget of $208 million and employs approximately 3,500 staff which includes teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists, and exempt managerial staff.

The Assistant Manager of Building Maintenance is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and repair of the various buildings and building systems associated with District schools and administration facilities including, but not limited to, mechanical (plumbing and heating), electrical, life safety (fire alarms and sprinkler systems) and water distribution systems, along with building interior/exterior maintenance, carpentry, painting, and external lands/fields maintenance and associated site services. In addition, the Assistant Manager of Building Maintenance is responsible for the management of hazardous materials and their abatement and removal (asbestos, lead and mould).

The Assistant Manager of Building Maintenance implements and maintains the District’s maintenance and preventive maintenance schedules to ensure that all building systems and site services are operating effectively, efficiently and promote a healthy and safe educational environment, and are available when required to meet the educational requirements of the District.

Educational requirements are completion of Red Seal Building Trades Certification AND minimum three years of related experience, including the supervision and coordination of unionized employees including working with stakeholders in a leadership role and supplemented with courses, workshops and seminars in supervision and leadership. An equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable to the District will also be considered.

For a detailed job description, please click here.

Please send your cover letter, résumé and contact information for references to:
Human Resource Services
°®¶¹´«Ã½
556 Boleskine Road
Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
Or
Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Deadline for submissions: Wednesday, October 20, 2021

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Big Canoe Knowledge Facilitator

Full Time Continuing Position

The SD61 Big Canoe Program provides an opportunity for students to be on the water and the land to initiate experiences that deepen the connection to place, foster a sense of belonging and identity and encourage reciprocal relationship.Ìý The Big Canoe Knowledge Facilitator will provide district leadership in enhancing Indigenous knowledge, perspectives and practices that value relationship, respect, reciprocity, relevance and responsibility.Ìý Working with the Indigenous Education Department, local Nations, the Metis, Elders, urban Indigenous partners and school staffs, the Big Canoe Knowledge Facilitator develops and implements place-based programs and initiatives, such as the Big Canoe Program at Shoreline Middle School,Ìý that will support an increased knowledge and appreciation of Indigenous histories, Ìýcultures and protocols among all staff and students as well as promote a strong sense of belonging and identity among Indigenous students and families.

Role Description and Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of initiatives that enrich student and staff knowledge and appreciation of the traditional territories and protocols of the Songhees and Esquimalt Nations
• Support the development and implementation of initiatives to enrich student and staff knowledge and appreciation of the local Metis community as well as the diverse First Nation population in greater Victoria
• Collaborate with school staff and administration to build and implement the Big Canoe Program in select schools in the District
• Collaborate with schools to bring Indigenous knowledge to place-based initiatives and programs that will help students and staff build a meaningful relationship to the land, water and animals
• Provide opportunity to share Indigenous knowledge and perspectives with district staff, leadership and trustees
• Utilize the Big Canoe Program to provide opportunities for Indigenous children and youth to explore and develop their cultural identity and leadership skills
• Required to take students and staff out in Canoes on the water and facilitate land and water based IK-SEL programs
• Required to provide leadership and safety to students and staff as part of the Big Canoe and Land Based Education programs and services

Reporting Structure

The Big Canoe Knowledge Facilitator is accountable in the implementation of assigned duties to the District Administrator and District Principal of Indigenous Education.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories, cultures, and contemporary contexts including the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples
• Demonstrated knowledge of traditional teachings of the land
• A Bachelor degree in the field of Indigenous/First Nations Studies or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Have or be working toward the Big Canoe Skills Intermediate Leader certification (stern/skipper)
• Have or be working toward one or more of the following certifications: Big Canoe Skills Advanced Leader, Coastal Canoeing Skills, Marine Radio
• Ability to work effectively within Indigenous communities and youth
• Strong relational, organizational and communication skills
• Minimum of three years of experience working with Indigenous children and youth
• Ability to build effective working relationships and partnerships with district staff, school staff and community organizations
• Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset

Preference will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a letter of application and comprehensive resume to:
Human Resource Services
Greater Victoria School District 61
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
or
email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date: 4:00 pm, Monday, September 27, 2021

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator

Full-timeÌýTemporaryÌýPosition until June 30, 2022

The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator will provide district leadership in the development and implementation of Indigenous arts and music programs and initiatives across the District (K-12).Ìý The goals of the program are to enhance appreciation and understanding among staff and students of the role of art and music in both traditional and contemporary Indigenous contexts, and to promote the exploration and expression of cultural identity among Indigenous students through the arts and music.Ìý This is a full-time temporary assignment to June 30, 2022 with a possible extension for the 2022-2023 school year.

Role Description and Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning and delivery of the District Drum Program
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that enhance staff and student appreciation of Indigenous Art and Music
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that provide opportunity for Indigenous students to express and explore their cultural identity through art and music (visual art, dance, traditional drum, contemporary music, digital media, theatre and other)
• Collaborate with local Nations, Indigenous organizations, schools and District staff to support events and celebrations that incorporate Indigenous art and music
• ​Develop and support appropriate protocols associated with Indigenous art and music programs and initiatives

Reporting Structure

• The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator is accountable in the implementation of assigned duties to the District Administrator and District Principal of Indigenous Education.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures, including the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples and other Island Nations
• A Bachelors degree in Indigenous Studies/Fine Arts fields or a combination of education, training and experience
• ​Experience and/or training in Indigenous traditional art as well as contemporary music, art, or digital media
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of traditional and community protocols
• ​Ability to build effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community, schools, and district staff
• Experience working with Indigenous children and youth in the area of Indigenous art and music
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset

Preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a letter of application and comprehensive resume to:
Human Resource Services
Greater Victoria School District 61
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
or
email:Ìýhrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date:Ìý4:00 pm, Monday, September 27, 2021

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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School Psychologist

1.0 FTE (Temporary)
September 7, 2021 to June 30, 2022

The focus of the position is on psycho-educational assessments, collaborative consultation, and professional development. ÌýThis is an itinerant district position.

Reporting to the District Principal: Learning Support Team, the psychologist is accountable for providing identification, assessment and planning services to students of school age (Kindergarten to Grade 12) when there are serious learning and/or behavioural difficulties.

The successful candidate will be qualified to administer and interpret up to, and including, Level C Educational, Psychological and Behavioural assessments. ÌýAs well, the psychologist will make recommendations to the District Principal regarding students’ eligibility for specific Ministry of Education categories.

Qualifications and Experience

• Doctorate or Master’s degree in school psychology, or related field, with a focus on school psychology, including graduate training in measurement and individual psychological assessments
• Demonstrated ability in consulting with teachers, parents, students and community agencies regarding the nature of students’ strengths and needs, the educational implications, and ways to enhance learning
• Demonstrated ability in collaborating with school-based and/or district personnel to design or implement instructional strategies, and design or implement behavioural interventions
• Knowledge of Ministry of Education, Special Education Policies and Procedures
• Demonstrated ability in planning and presenting in-service in the area of Special Education and, specifically, in the area of assessment
• Current membership, in good standing, with the BC Association of School Psychologists or the College of Psychologists of BC

Professionally qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department of the Greater Victoria School District (email is hrs@sd61.bc.ca):

• A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
• Recent (within 3–5 years) performance report(s)
• Copies of two recent psycho-educational assessments
• Upon interview, applicants will be asked to provide three references

Greater Victoria School District #61, Human Resource Services
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date:Ìý Friday, June 18, 2021 at 4:00 pm

For more information, please contact Sean McCartney at semccartney@sd61.bc.ca .

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only selected interviewees will be contacted.

Speech & Language Pathologist, Inclusion Outreach

0.6 FTE (Temporary)
September 7, 2021 to June 30, 2022

Inclusion Outreach is a BC Ministry of Education Provincial Outreach Program that assists school teams and families to develop meaningful and functional educational programs for students with complex intellectual and physical disabilities within inclusive schools K-12.

The Program builds capacity in schools and districts by providing direct training and ongoing distance mentoring support to district partners, teachers, therapists, itinerants and educational assistants. The Speech-Language Pathologist works as a member of a collaborative transdisciplinary team to consult on a wide range of communication issues includingÌý augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) needs in the classroom and other environments, in-service training, and information sharing with families and other service providers. ÌýExperience with no tech, low tech and high tech communication systems is desired.

Please Note:Ìý This position requires travel throughout BC. ÌýThe successful applicant must have a car and a valid BC driver’s license.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent
• Member of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC (CSHHPBC)
• CASLPA certification and CASLPA/BCASLPA Ìýmembership preferred

Qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department:

• A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
• Satisfactory references

Greater Victoria School District #61, Human Resource Services
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8W 2R1
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date:Ìý Friday, June 18, 2021 at 4:00 pm

For more information, please contact Sean McCartney at semccartney@sd61.bc.ca

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only selected interviewees will be contacted

Speech & Language Pathologist
1.0 FTE (Temporary)

September 7, 2021 to June 30, 2022

°®¶¹´«Ã½ School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities.Ìý To provide this service, the District employs approximately 3,000 staff; which includes, teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides a range of services: prevention, identification, assessment and direct intervention for students K-12 with communication challenges (high/low incidence), consultation with other educators regarding students’ needs in the classroom and other environments, in-service training, and information sharing with families and other service providers.

This position supports students in acquiring communication skills central to academic achievement, as well as to foster social development and independent well-being.

Please Note:Ìý As this position is itinerant, the successful applicant must have a car and a valid BC driver’s license.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent
• Member of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC (CSHHPBC)
• CASLPA certification and CASLPA/BCASLPA Ìýmembership preferred

Qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department:

• A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
• Satisfactory references

Greater Victoria School District #61, Human Resource Services
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8W 2R1
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.caÌý

Closing Date:Ìý Friday, June 18, 2021 at 4:00 pm

For more information, please contact Sean McCartney at semccartney@sd61.bc.ca

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only selected interviewees will be contacted.

°®¶¹´«Ã½ School District provides public educational to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities.Ìý To provide this service, the District employs approximately 3000 staff which includes teachers, administrators, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff. The District resides on the traditional territory of the Lkwungen people.Ìý We would like to acknowledge the Songhees First Nation and the Esquimalt First Nation on whose territory we live and work. Hy-sh-kwa – thank you.

The District advocates for equity and welcomes applications from members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. We are committed to excellence and recognize that increasing the diversity of our workforce will help create an inclusive and culturally responsive learning environments to support our students.

Job Description
The successful candidate will work with District staff (Indigenous Education Department, Mental Health Team), schools and community partners to identify vulnerable students who are not currently connected to schools consistently and may present as Children and Youth in Care, urban Indigenous and/or as a recent immigrant.Ìý The goal is that District Outreach Worker will work collaboratively with District staff to build a bridge to transition the student and family to a school community that is responsive to the needs of the children, youth and family.

The District Outreach Worker will meet with youth and their supporters in the community, identify barriers to successful connection to schools, and create wrap-around support plans with the goal of reconnecting to school programming.Ìý Once reconnection has been established the District Outreach Transition Support Worker will stay connected to District staff to ensure a successful transition back to school and to continue to ensure that the family and student continue to have access to the community supports needed. Successful candidates will be expected to maintain records and data to monitor and analyze progress.

This position will include evenings and weekends based on the individual needs to the youth and family involved.

This is a temporary position with a January 2021 start date and an end date of June 30 2021. As this is a pilot project for Greater Victoria School District, there is a possibility of future extension following a review of the position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience and understanding of the structural issues of society that impact urban Indigenous and/or recent immigrant youth and families in our communities
• An understanding of the complexities and community systems supporting Children and Youth In Care
• Working relationships with community partners, specifically Ministry of Child and Family Development, Intercultural Association and Indigenous serving agencies, in Victoria BC
• Clear skills with culturally responsive conflict resolution practices, violent threat risk assessment, suicide assessment and problem solving
• Strong understanding of trauma and mental health, and the impact on youth and families
• Strength with collaborative, team approaches to support and planning
• Develop outcome measurement tools to measure the effectiveness of program deliverables.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Degree in Social Work
• At least 5 years’ experience working with youth and children
• Prior understanding of community service opportunities in Greater Victoria area
• Awareness of elementary, middle and secondary school systems
• Preference may be given to candidates who identify as Indigenous
• A class 5 driver’s license and meets District requirements for driving and working with children and youth
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that will include evenings and weekends

If you have questions about this position, please contact Ms. P. Halverson, District Principal at phalverson@sd61.bc.ca.

Application
Send Letter of Application, Resume, Letters of Reference, Transcripts, Other documents in one PDF to:Ìý Human Resource Services, Greater Victoria School District 61 at hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date:Ìý 4:00 pm, Wednesday, January 6, 2021

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator

Full-time Temporary Position until June 30, 2021 or Return of Incumbent

The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator will provide district leadership in the development and implementation of Indigenous arts and music programs and initiatives across the District (K-12).Ìý The goals of the program are to enhance appreciation and understanding among staff and students of the role of art and music in both traditional and contemporary Indigenous contexts, and to promote the exploration and expression of cultural identity among Indigenous students through the arts and music.

Role Description and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that enhance staff and student appreciation of Indigenous Art and Music
• Collaborate with the Indigenous Education Department team and schools in planning and implementing school-based programs and initiatives that provide opportunity for Indigenous students to express and explore their cultural identity through art and music (visual art, dance, traditional drum, contemporary music, digital media, theatre and other)
• Collaborate with local Nations, Indigenous organizations, schools and District staff to support events and celebrations that incorporate Indigenous art and music
• Develop and support appropriate protocols associated with Indigenous art and music programs and initiatives

Reporting Structure

• The Indigenous Arts and Culture Facilitator is accountable in the implementation of assigned duties to the District Administrator and District Principal of Indigenous Education.

Qualifications and Experience

• Demonstrated knowledge of Indigenous histories and cultures, including the traditional territories of the Lekwungen peoples and other Island Nations
• A Bachelor Degree in the field of Indigenous/First Nations Studies or related area
• ÌýExperience and training in traditional Indigenous art and music
• ÌýDemonstrated knowledge and understanding of local and community protocols
• ÌýAbility to build effective working relationships with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community, schools, and district staff
• Minimum five years experience working with Indigenous children and youth in area of Indigenous art and music
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to speak or understand an Indigenous language is an asset

Preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous ancestry.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a letter of application and comprehensive resume to:
Human Resource Services
Greater Victoria School District 61
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
or
email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date: 4:00 pm, Monday, January 4, 2021

The School District thanks all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Speech & Language Pathologist
1.0 FTE (Temporary)
September 8, 2020 to June 30, 2021

°®¶¹´«Ã½ School District provides public educational services to over 20,000 students in the Greater Victoria Area, encompassing six municipalities.Ìý To provide this service, the District employs approximately 3,500 staff; which includes, teachers, principals and vice-principals, support staff, psychologists, speech and language pathologists and exempt managerial staff.

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides a range of services: prevention, identification, assessment and direct intervention for students K-12 with communication challenges (high/low incidence), consultation with other educators regarding students’ needs in the classroom and other environments, in-service training, and information sharing with families and other service providers.

This position supports students in acquiring communication skills central to academic achievement, as well as to foster social development and independent well-being.

Please Note:Ìý As this position is itinerant, the successful applicant must have a car and a valid BC driver’s license.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent
• Member of the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC (CSHHPBC)
• CASLPA certification and CASLPA/BCASLPA Ìýmembership preferred

Qualified applicants are asked to submit the following information to the Human Resource Services Department:

• A letter of application and comprehensive résumé
• Satisfactory references

Greater Victoria School District #61, Human Resource Services
556 Boleskine Road, Victoria, BC V8Z 1E8
Fax: 250-475-4113 / Email: hrs@sd61.bc.ca

Closing Date(Revised):Ìý Monday, June 29 2020Ìý

For more information, please contact Sean McCartney at semccartney@sd61.bc.ca

School District 61 thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only selected interviewees will be contacted.