Professional Practice Lead

Bonnyville, AB, Canada
Part Time
CASA Classrooms
Manager/Supervisor
CASA Mental Health is looking for an experienced teaching professional who is eager to make an impact in their community. Join CASA in shaping a brighter future for children, youth and families by providing them with timely mental health care and empowering them to thrive.

Job Details
Salary range: $74,000 - $110,000
Shift structure: Monday to Friday, 7.25 hours per day
Primary location: Bonnyville (Hybrid)
Union: Exempt
FTE: 0.5
Status: Permanent

About the Role
CASA Classrooms are CASA’s new model for school-based mental health service. The program addresses 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. CASA Classrooms are delivered in partnership with the Government of Alberta, community partners and school divisions.

The Professional Practice Lead, Teaching will:
  • Support Teachers working in CASA Classrooms to create individualized academic programming.
  • Recommend and/or develop professional development training.
  • Promote the integration and implementation of social emotional learning and mental health strategies.
  • Provide evidence-based resources to support the role of CASA Classroom Teachers.
  • Support the application of strength-based approaches to learning and instruction in a setting focused on supporting mental health. 
  • Liaise with partner school divisions and their specialized learning departments.
  • Foster and support collaborative relationships within and between CASA Classroom teams.
Qualifications
  • Current Alberta Teaching Certificate with Permanent Professional Certification.
  • A minimum of seven years of teaching experience.
  • Experience providing differentiated instruction to students with diverse/complex learning needs in a specialized learning environment.
  • Extensive knowledge in the subjects or areas of support; integration of literacy and numeracy across the curriculum.
  • Experience in teaching language arts and mathematics (grades three to six, seven to nine and/or 10-12).
  • Knowledge and/or understanding of academic, behavioral and psychoeducational assessments.
  • Proficiency in developing individualized programming plans (IPPs) with experience in integrating and applying instructional strategies and accommodations.
  • Experience with classroom management, behavior modification and individual behavior support plans (IBSPs).
  • Ability to integrate assistive technology into curriculum and program development.
  • Experience working with/on a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to develop training and professional learning sessions (experiential, virtual and individual coaching) specific to the needs of CASA Classroom Teachers.
  • Must be a member in good standing with their respective professional association/college.
  • Advanced computer skills with MS Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including application to formal writing.
  • Some experience or training in adult education is an asset.
  • Familiarity with Response to Intervention (RTI) models and levels of intervention is preferred.
  • An understanding of social-emotional, trauma-informed and strength-based approaches is an asset.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability with excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated flexibility and commitment to teamwork.
Conditions of Employment
  • A satisfactory Criminal Record Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption on the basis of a protected legal ground.
Closing Date: Open until filled.

Please quote the following competition number in your application materials: 24-046  
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