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District Itinerant Counsellor

@ School District #79 (Cowichan Valley)

North Cowichan, British Columbia

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School District #79 (Cowichan Valley) is hiring a District Itinerant Counsellor with an elementary focus for its Inclusive Learning team. The role is a full-time (1.0 FTE) temporary contract running ASAP until June 30, 2027, or the incumbent's return from leave, whichever comes first. Assignments and portfolio are set in consultation with the team and may change with district needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide counselling to elementary students across assigned schools
  • Carry out areas of special responsibility set by Inclusive Learning team
  • Adjust assignments and portfolio as district needs change
  • Work with the Inclusive Learning team on student support

Requirements summary:

  • Valid BC Teaching Certificate
  • Master's degree in School Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or related field
  • Ability to accommodate assignment and portfolio changes

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Employer posting date
2026-11-06
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-11-07

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentSocial & community services
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingSchool
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsBC Teaching Certificate
EducationMaster’s degree (required)
Fields of studySchool Counselling, Counselling Psychology

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School District #79 (Cowichan Valley)

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Job description

1.0 FTE - District Itinerant Counsellor (Elementary Focus)

The Cowichan Valley School District is seeking a qualified District Itinerant Counsellor (Elementary Focus) to join our Inclusive Learning team.

Applicants must:

  • Hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate;
  • Possess a Master's Degree in School Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or a related field.

Elementary school assignment(s) and areas of special responsibility will be determined in consultation with the Inclusive Learning team and may be adjusted based on district needs.

This position is temporary, effective ASAP until June 30, 2027, or the return of the incumbent counsellor from leave, whichever occurs first. The successful candidate will be expected to accommodate assignment and portfolio adjustments as required.

For additional information, please contact Nicole Boucher, Director, at [email protected].

How to Apply:

Please apply through the Cowichan Valley School District website at Please note that applications submitted through Make A Future will not be accepted. All applications must be submitted through the District's online application system.

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