High School Teacher – Pathways 21-067

Competition # HST 21-067 April 29, 2021

Pathways Off Campus Program Permanent, Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly; Days

Marymound is a non-profit organization offering programming and services to children, youth and families in Manitoba using a

strength-based and trauma-informed approach. We believe in finding the good in every young person who walks through our doors.

Marymound is guided by its core values: Courage, Collaboration, Respect, Compassion and Spirituality.

Our ideal team member is passionate about making a difference and is committed to empowering the young people we support. We

are looking for individuals who will positively contribute to an inclusive, non-judgmental and fun environment. Marymounders are

leaders who are confident, resilient and open to trying new things. If you join our team, you can expect a challenging, yet rewarding

and fulfilling career.

An experienced educator is required to work at Marymound School’s Gr. 9-12 Off Campus Program. This program supports students

who experience behavioral challenges, require a unique and individualized learning program and may require mental health support.

They will be responsible for creating a flexible program and learning environment that allows students to benefit to the greatest extent

possible while highlighting the strengths of each individual.

Primary responsibilities of the position include:

• Assesses students’ skills to determine and adapt general lessons to meet each individual’s educational needs;
• Provides direct and indirect instructional supports to students including supplemental aides, accommodations and other

needed supports;

• Develops and implements Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), updating them throughout the year to track goals,

performance and progress including academic and behavioural;

• Plans activities that highlight and help to further develop each student’s strengths and abilities;
• Develops an awareness and profile of each student’s unique psychological, educational, physical, spiritual, and social needs in

order to assist in the formulation of appropriate goals and plans;

• Routinely collaborates with all school staff to ensure the continuity and consistency of the implementation of

educational/mental health programming;

• Prepares and assists students with transitions from grade to grade and graduation;
• Provides direction and support to Educational Assistant and Work Experience Adviser as needed;
• Intervenes in crisis situations as required and engages in behaviour management according to the guidelines and framework

of Marymound’s policies and procedures, the student’s safety plan, NVCI and ASIST;

• Completes incident reports in an accurate and timely matter, logging them in Mayet as required;
• Communicates and shares information with families or support staff regarding daily incidents and interactions;
• Records, collects and reports data on the progress of students as requested;
• Plans and participates in school recreational activities and field trips as required;
• Demonstrates an active commitment towards professional growth and advancement through participation in training,

workshops, etc.;

Qualifications:

• A current Manitoba Teaching certificate is required; Post-secondary education in special education is preferred;
• Minimum 2 years’ teaching experience;
• Experience providing psychological, emotional, physical and social support to at-risk youth is an asset;
• Demonstrated competence in crisis de-escalation and behaviour management is essential;
• Experience Managing an “Alternative Education Program and site” preferred;
• Must be familiar with the developmental, educational, emotional, social and recreational needs of children and youth;
• Mental health/crisis training certifications including NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention) and ASIST (Applied Suicide

Intervention Skills) are essential;

• Knowledge and/or experience working from a trauma-informed perspective is essential;
• Valid First Aid/CPR is required;
• Valid class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driver’s abstract; Access to a reliable vehicle is required;
• Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Vulnerable Sector checks; Clear Child Abuse Registry and satisfactory Prior Contact

checks;

• Knowledge of Indigenous culture, or willingness to learn, including participating in cultural practices, programming and

ceremonies alongside youth;

• Willingness to transport students is considered an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Team player with demonstrated collaborative skills; Exceptional creativity and adaptability;
• Demonstrated decision making and problem solving skills;
• Working knowledge of computers and experience with Microsoft Office software; working knowledge of Mayet is considered

an asset.

Marymound offers: competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and pension package for qualified positions, opportunities for growth

and advancement, professional development opportunities, wellness programming, fun events including a yearly staff retreat and staff

BBQ’s, access to Elders and Indigenous Cultural Services and much more!

Deadline for applications: May 13, 2021

Salary Range: E5 $27.25 – $42.01

Internal Applicants: Submit ‘Internal Application Form’ with cover letter and current resume

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Employment opportunities are advertised on our website: www.marymound.com

External Applicants: Submit a cover letter and résumé, including references to:

Competition # HST 21-067

Human Resources

442 Scotia Street

Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4

Or e-mail: [email protected]

Or online at https://www.marymound.com/main/employment-volunteer/available-opportunities/

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Employment opportunities are advertised on our website: www.marymound.com