1.0 Permanent Chippewa Secondary School - #228523

The NNDSB invites applications for the following permanent position commencing 2026-2027 school year:

Interview is required for this position

Position:

• Senior Communication Classroom Teacher

Required Teaching Qualifications:

• A valid Ontario College of Teachers Certificate
• A valid Certification of Registration from the Ontario College of Teachers
• Intermediate and Senior Qualifications
• Special Education Specialist

Position Criteria:

• Knowledge of alternative program development, implementation and assessment for elementary students with special education needs, including but not limited to acquisition of life skills, self-regulation, self-care, communication and functional literacy and numeracy skills that vary from the Provincial Curriculum
• Demonstrated knowledge regarding the creation and implementation of individual education plans for students with varying needs, including students with autism and developmental disabilities
• Demonstrated experience with successful use of ABA strategies and BMS strategies
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully as a member of multidisciplinary team including educational assistants, outside agency staff and clinicians/therapists
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate daily communication, team meetings and case conferences
• Experience developing Individual Education Plans, Behaviour Management Plans, Plans of Care and Transition Plans for individual students
• Evidence of on-going professional development, including technology integration for teaching/learning and assessment
• Knowledge of trauma-informed instructional practices and approaches, considered an asset

Interested Candidates: Please apply using ApplytoEducation by clicking the Apply Online button below. Applications received through any other method will not be considered. For further details regarding this position, please contact the Principal prior to the closing date. Applicants may only withdraw their application until such time as the posting has closed.

The Near North District School Board is committed to supporting an inclusive and accessible environment. Accessibility standards address issues that pose major barriers for people with disabilities (i.e. physical barrier, information or communication barrier, etc.)