Description
Location:
Yorkton, Saskatchewan
Term:
August 26, 2024 to June 27, 2025
*Please note, posting will close once position is filled*
Contract Details:
Temporary - 7.5 hours/day
Salary Details:
In accordance with STF Provincial Collective Agreement.
Contact Details:
Lisa Wotherspoon; Superintendent of Learning
lisa.wotherspoon@gssd.ca
(306) 786-5500
GSSD is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Curriculum Consultant specializing in Mathematics to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Saskatchewan math curriculum and a proven track record in math instruction and assessment. This role involves supporting administrators, school teams, and individual teachers to achieve their learning goals and targets, particularly in middle years and/or high school settings.
Key Responsibilities:
• Provide expert guidance on the Saskatchewan math curriculum to ensure effective implementation and alignment with educational standards.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teams, and individual teachers to develop and enhance math instruction and assessment strategies.
• Support the implementation of the MathUp resource and respond to diverse student needs and learning styles.
• Assist in the design and delivery of professional development sessions focused on math instruction and curriculum best practices.
• Analyze student performance data to inform instructional decisions and improve student outcomes.
• Offer ongoing support and mentorship to educators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Stay updated with current trends and research in math education to provide cutting-edge support and resources.
• Contribute to the development and review of curriculum materials, ensuring they are culturally relevant, engaging, and effective.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Mathematics, or a related field.
Extensive knowledge of the Saskatchewan math curriculum.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in teaching mathematics at the middle years and/or high school level.
Proven expertise in math instruction and assessment.
Strong passion for mathematics and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to support and inspire educators in their professional development.
Interviews will be conducted upon application. Please note that GSSD may contact informal references not listed in your application package.
Applicants not currently working for GSSD will be required to submit a recent (within the last six months) criminal record and vulnerable sector check acceptable to the Board of Education prior to offer of employment.
The Good Spirit School Division strives to provide a safe, caring, and welcoming schools for children. Our primary objective is to foster a respectful learning environment to achieve student success and well-being in each of our 27 public schools throughout East-Central Saskatchewan. Our values of belonging, respect, responsibility, learning, nurturing, diversity and perseverance ensure "Students Come First" and "Learning Without Limits . . . Achievement For All."
We thank all applicants for their interest in working for the Good Spirit School Division, however, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. We encourage all applicants to check our website regularly for ongoing vacancies that may be of interest to you.
