Temp PT (0.6) Library/Prep/Grade 4/5 Teacher (med loa effective November 12, 2024 until the return of the incumbent but not beyond June 30, 2025)

Position Description

A temporary part time (0.6) Library/Prep/Grade 4/5 Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective November 12, 2024 until the return of the incumbent but not beyond June 30, 2025. The assignment will be at Taylor Elementary School.

Taylor Elementary is a K-6 school located in the beautiful Peace River Valley twenty minutes from the bustling community of Fort St John. We enroll a population of 120 students. Our school has a staffing complement of 7 teachers and five support workers as well as a principal and a part time librarian. We engage in an exciting opportunity for students to learn with hands-on and experiential learning and embrace technology to help students learn and communicate with parents.

Taylor’s unique setting provides outdoor activities that are not found in many schools. Our students have access to a hill that is utilized for tobogganing and hiking throughout the year. The District of Taylor is a strong community partner and allows our students access to the skating rink, swimming pool, river, pickle ball court, campground/park, golf course, community hall and curling rink. With these partnerships students are able to expand their learning beyond the classroom walls and regular classroom setting

See www.taylor.prn.bc.ca and our school Facebook page for more information.

https://www.facebook.com/sd60taylor

Qualifications and Experience

Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)

Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the elementary years level

Experience with universal design and differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students

Excellent interpersonal, communications, collaboration and organization skills

Experience/training/knowledge of Social Emotional Learning. Demonstrated ability to create a positive classroom community contributing to a safe, caring, and healthy school where every student feels a sense of belonging

Strong belief in the philosophy of inclusion and the potential of all students to learn

Understanding of the BC Curriculum and ability to plan both short-term and long-term in consideration of class composition

Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the foundation of enhancing student learning

Demonstrated use of classroom management practices that are pro-active and maintain student dignity

Demonstrated use of assessment practices that promote student learning and maintain student dignity

Working knowledge of the IRP’s to plan effectively

Working

knowledge of Performance Based Assessment, Balanced Literacy, Phonemic

Awareness Development, working knowledge of current practice in teaching

numeracy

Ability to use performance standards in reading, writing, numeracy and social responsibility

Committed to individualized instruction and group instruction utilizing a variety of effective strategies and techniques

Ability

to work as part of a team to develop and implement individualized

learning plans for students with academic, social, emotional, and

learning difficulties

Ability to assist in the implementation of individualized education plans for low incidence students

Knowledge and understanding regarding the needs of autistic children, commitment to use of visual supports

Experience working with educational assistants experience teaching in a multiage setting

Committed to working with staff on the school plan and with professional development

Ability to relate well with students parents and staff members

Committed to following the goals and strategies outlined in the school improvement plan

Experience

with balanced literacy programming, particularly guided reading, and

writing; Including teaching guided reading to students in all Primary

grades.

Working

knowledge of Performance Based Assessment, Balanced Literacy, Phonemic

Awareness Development, working knowledge of current practice in teaching

numeracy

Interested applicants are required to supply

Three (3) references

Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate)

Compensation

$2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas

$3,035 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)

Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $65,397 – $111,952

Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer paid based on FTE

For more information please contact:

Nancy Maxfield, Principal, Taylor Elementary School 250.789.3323 or nmaxfield@prn.bc.ca

Please note:

All applications with relevant documentation must be made through

Make A Future for consideration for the position

About School District 60

School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners. Our district is made up of dedicated, energetic professionals for whom the achievement and well-being of their students is a first priority. Together we challenge, encourage and support all learners to be responsible for developing their abilities with respect for self, others and the environment.

School District 60 is progressive and growing. There are 23 schools in School District No. 60 (Peace River North). The district’s schools provide education services to approximately 6000 ethnically and demographically diverse students.

School District 60 is located on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the northern tip of the Canadian Prairies in beautiful Fort St. John, BC. Fort St John is 478 km northeast of Prince George and 1,237 km north of Vancouver, situated near the border with neighbouring Alberta, 214 km west of Grande Prairie, Alberta. The region’s economy is prosperous and expanding. Fort St John is a city for all seasons and year-round playground for those who like pristine wilderness, an active lifestyle, cosmopolitan city life and the enthusiasm of an energetic community.

Why School District 60

Professional development opportunities

Supportive culture of teacher collaboration

Curriculum and teacher supports

French Immersion, music, & outdoor education programs

Advanced technology facilities and resources

Progressive and growing district

Innovative educational practices

School District No. 60 (Fort St John)

10112 105 Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 4S4

www.prn.bc.ca/district/employment/

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