Complex Needs Classroom Teacher

Position Details: 1.0 FTE, In Scope, ContractWe are a K-12 school with over 300 students with a strong focus on Cree langauge and cultural programming. We also have educational assistants for almost every class with one on one EA's. We implement a restorative approach to discipline with a great team of support, including a wellness team, land based education, Elders program and our own locally developed history curriculum (to name a few). We also have a VP for elementary and a VP for jr/sr high. Alexander First Nation Education, located 40 minutes northwest of Edmonton, is currently seeking potential candidates for the following position: Complex Needs Classroom Teacher Description:The complex needs teacher works with a small student group and support team to promote the educational success, adaptive behaviour, and well-being of children by providing classroom instruction with a focus on behavioural analysis, modification, and coaching for children with suspected or diagnosed learning disability, developmental delay, or executive dysfunction.The teacher nurtures collaborative linkages with community partners including education through consultation, liaison and coaching. Develops and implements specialized individual plans for children with learning disabilities, developmental delay, or executive dysfunction using a variety of approaches with a heavy emphasis on effective, evidence based behavioural principles.Contributes as a member of a multi-disciplinary team whose purpose is assessment, behavioural analysis, review, intervention and consultation.Develops and implements program planning through collaboration with community stakeholders and partners.Contributes to the development and use of performance indicators and other activities related to continuous quality improvement.RequirementsEducation degree Excellent communication and problem solving skills and ability to self-reflect as it relates to working with a demanding environmentExcellent assessment skillsExcellent organizational skillsStrong critical thinking skillsStrong grasp of the principles of evidence-based practiceExpertise and experience in the education, behavioural analysis and modification, strategy development for children with complex needs, learning disabilities, developmental delay, and executive dysfunctionRespect for other disciplines and an ability to work collaboratively with diverse interest groups.