1.0 FTE Temporary Bridge Program Teacher

1.0 FTE BRIDGE Program Teacher

Student Support Services

This is a temporary assignment effective September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 . This position is to be worked at Shuswap Middle School.

The assignment is to an inclusive support program for students with complex behavior challenges in a school setting. This program offers a combined educational and social emotional support for students who have received level 1 and level 2 supports/interventions and require more significant supports. The aim of the ISP is to support students in the acquisition of lagging skills and strategies to enable them to successfully function in a regular classroom setting. Appropriate experience at the secondary school level and/or background in L.R.T., positive behavior supports, counselling is recommended. The teacher must be able to develop a highly individualized program for students and successfully work with parents and staff to support the needs of students.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or equivalent in Special Education or current registration in program; and/or a degree in counselling or social work;
• valid BC teaching certificate and current membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch;
• a senior level course and experience in Level B assessment.
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (or willingness to train)

Teachers applying for this position should possess the following attributes:

• Deep understanding of the core and curricular competencies
• a demonstrated ability to build strong, positive relationships with students, staff and parents
• successful classroom teaching experience;
• effective classroom management skills using a PBS approach;
• deep understanding and experience in working with students who have experienced trauma
• strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• understand and utilizes solid student transition practices;
• a demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development;
• experience in developing and implementing behavioral and academic IEPs;
• demonstrated leadership capability and enthusiasm toward participating with students in both school and recreational activities;
• successful experience in case management and multi-agency collaborations;

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Val Edgell, Principal of Shuswap Middle School at (250) 832-6031 or or Lara Matthews, District Principal of Student Support Services .