Learning Support Services

Summary
John Maclure Community School is in the heart of Abbotsford. We have a very diverse population of children who are joyful and eager to learn.
Education &
Experience
Major/minor or diploma in Special Education
Practicum and/or work experience in Special Education at the elementary level
Case management experience required
Training and experience with Level B Assessments (ie. KBIT2/KTEA III)
Successfully complete and maintain non-violent crisis intervention certification
Eligible for B.C. Certification
Satisfactory teacher evaluation and/or final practicum reports
Teaching Competencies
All teachers are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
**Communication &
Interpersonal Skills**:
Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others in a tactful, compassionate and respectful manner.
**Organization &
Planning**:
Ability to plan and organize for effective instruction, differentiation and assessment
**Classroom Management**:
Create and maintain an optimal learning environment for each student while managing student behavior and classroom dynamics.
**Facilitation &
Engagement**:
Ability to capture and maintain students’ interest, effort, participation and enthusiasm for both the content and the process of learning
**Assessment &
Coaching**:
Utilize balanced assessment and feedback to improve student learning including the use of formative and summative assessment strategies.
**Collaboration &
Teamwork**:
Collaborate with others to achieve group goals and objectives
**Caring &
Inclusiveness**:
Create and maintain an environment that is caring, inclusive and supportive of all students
**Flexibility &
Adaptability**:
Demonstrate flexibility in our ability to adjust and adapt to changing circumstances