Special Education Teacher - Contract

Position: Special Education Teacher (After High School Program) Organization: Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society (LMDSS)Location: #108-17828 65A Avenue, Surrey, BC Status: Subcontract PositionSchedule: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on education, experience, and specialized training. About the Position: The Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society (LMDSS) is seeking an experienced and compassionate Special Education Teacher to lead our After High School Program for young adults with Down syndrome and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. This small-group classroom program focuses on functional academics, life skills, communication, independence, social development, community participation, and transition-to-adulthood learning. The successful candidate will create engaging, individualized learning experiences that support participants in developing the skills needed for greater independence at home, in the community, and in future employment or volunteer settings. Key Responsibilities: * Provide group instruction to adult learners with diverse learning needs. * Develop and deliver adaptive programming in: * Functional literacy and reading comprehension * Money management and budgeting * Functional numeracy and everyday math * Personal health and wellness * Social and communication skills * Community safety and navigation * Independent living skills * Pre-vocational and workplace readiness skills * Assess participant strengths and learning needs and develop individualized learning goals. * Modify lesson plans and activities to accommodate varying abilities, learning styles, and daily support needs. * Foster self-advocacy, confidence, independence, and social inclusion. * Utilize visual supports, assistive technology, AAC systems, and TouchChat as appropriate. * Support positive behavioural strategies and learner engagement. * Maintain accurate attendance records, participant notes, progress documentation, and reports. Use IXL software. * Collaborate with families, caregivers, support staff, and LMDSS team members. * Participate in program planning and continuous improvement initiatives. Required Qualifications * Bachelor and Master of Education Degree. * Valid BC Teaching Certificate (Certificate of Qualification). * Post-Graduate Training in Special Education. * Minimum two years of experience teaching students with developmental disabilities or diverse learning needs. * Experience developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or individualized learning goals. * Knowledge of adaptive curriculum development and differentiated instruction. * Criminal Record Check clearance. * Strong computer skills, including Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams. * Smartboards Preferred Qualifications * Experience supporting individuals with Down syndrome. * Training in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). * Knowledge of Touch Chat or similar communication syst