Abbotsford Christian School, located in the Fraser Valley, is a well-established interdenominational school of 1150 students in three campuses: Elementary (preschool – grade 4), Middle (5-8), and Secondary (9-12).

LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES COORDINATOR

Abbotsford Christian School is currently accepting applications for a part-time (0.4 FTE) position as a LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES (LSS) COORDINATOR at the middle school campus. NOTE: The FTE of the position is flexible and could depend on the flexibility of the applicant. This position will commence on September 1, 2022.

This LSS Coordinator would join a collaborative team that is responsible for all aspects of the LSS department. This includes programming for learning support and special education students, supervising educational assistants and their workload, and communicating with parents and staff; all in keeping with the mission and vision of ACS. The coordinator would report directly to the Campus Principal and work closely with the Director of Learning Support Services.

Specific qualifications include:

• Teacher Certification within BC with at least two years of successful teaching experience
• A clear understanding of Christian education
• Experience or training in special education or related field
• Special Education and Coordinator leadership experience preferred

The ideal applicant would have the following characteristics:

• Deep and disciplined understanding of the Christian worldview
• Friendly, even-tempered, and a servant-hearted attitude toward staff, parents, and students
• Relational, with a strong desire to connect with students
• A reputation for being an excellent educator and modelling servant leadership
• Experience with project-based learning or deeper learning pedagogies
• Willing to work in a team environment in a progressive and creative school
• Adaptable, professional, confident, and optimistic
• Teachable, quick learner

Please send your resume, a list of references, and a short essay explaining your personal philosophy of Christian education and its implications for special education to:

MIKE CUMISKEY, PRINCIPAL
Abbotsford Christian Middle School
35011 Old Clayburn Road
Abbotsford, BC V2S 7L7
Phone: 604.755-8102
Email: mcumiskey@abbotsfordchristian.com

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE: June 15, 2022, or until the position is filled