Additional Information:

Wild Rose School Division requires

A FULL TIME TEACHER

For a Full Time CASA Classroom Teacher working out of West Central High School in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta

 
Applications are invited for a CASA Mental Health Service Classroom Teacher.

 The CASA Mental Health Service Classroom Teacher is responsible for academic instruction, providing and designing instruction, supporting positive behaviour and differentiating assessment and learning for all students in a specialized, (grades 5-12) multi-graded classroom.

Teachers working in CASA Classrooms will create individualized academic programming;

Promote the integration and implementation of social-emotional learning and mental health strategies;  

Provide evidence-based resources to support the students;

Support the application of strength-based approaches to learning and instruction in a setting focused on supporting mental health;

Support a collaborative relationship between all members of the CASA Classroom team

The CASA Mental Health Service Classroom Teacher is required to demonstrate the following:

• Exemplary communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of academic, behavioural and psychoeducational assessments
• Knowledge of the benefits of social-emotional learning
• Ability to work collaboratively to meet the needs of all students in the classroom
• Effective program delivery abilities, positive communication, and creative thinking
• Proven ability to adopt a solution-focused, collaborative approach to challenges
• High degree of adaptability, empathy and creative problem-solving

Preferred start date will be December 1, 2024.

CASA Mental Health is partnering with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions to deliver mental health care in classrooms. CASA Classrooms will address the need for services closer to students by bridging a child’s mental health and school needs, through a coordinated approach by a mental health team and a teacher. For more information regarding the CASA Classrooms, click here.

Preference will be given to candidates with a background in inclusive education and/or proven

experience in working with students with diverse and complex needs.

A complete package will include cover letter, resume, names and contact information for three references and a copy of their Alberta teaching certification in a single Google or pdf document.

The successful applicant will be required to provide an original, satisfactory, and recent (within six months) Criminal Record check with vulnerable sector as a condition of employment.

Posting will remain open until a successful candidate is found.

    For more information please visit us online at the careers page at www.wrsd.ca

 Applications should be emailed to T-24-25-57-DO@wrsd.ca

 (please show competition number and applicant name in subject line)

Competition No. T-24-25-57-DO

 Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the Deputy Superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.

Wild Rose School Division strives to create a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.