Description
THE KENORA CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
The Kenora Catholic District School Board (KCDSB) educates more than 1300 students from diverse cultures and backgrounds in 4 elementary schools and 1 secondary school located in beautiful Kenora and Red Lake, Ontario. At KCDSB we welcome students to experience a quality, inclusive and values-based education in a caring Catholic school community. Our mission goes beyond academics, the arts and athletics. Our goal is to provide excellence in Catholic education and grow graduates who become fully engaged citizens able to contribute to their families, communities and society.
Our staff is among our greatest resources. The people we hire have a direct impact on the success of our students. With approximately 180 academic and 80 permanent support staff, the KCDSB is one of the largest employers in the region.
Invites INTERNAL applications for the Elementary Summer Learning Program Teachers As part of our 2025 Summer Learning Program
The program will run July 7-25, 2025
8:30 a.m. ~ 12:00 p.m. (Plus preparation time) with the possibility of afternoons (optional)
Requirements: Primary/Junior Qualifications
Position Summary:
Since 2014, the KCDSB has coordinated and facilitated Summer Learning Programs (SLPs) in its schools. Backed by research conducted for the Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat, Ministry of Education, which revealed that SLPs reduce summer learning loss and build self-confidence for primary students. Most students enrolled in summer learning show increased enthusiasm for learning and improved achievement levels. These and other successes of the SLPs have been well documented both qualitatively and quantitatively.
The KCDSB SLP is a vibrant learning program with an innovative staff focused on increasing student faith development, well-being, and achievement. SLP Teachers will be responsible for planning an effective program that meets the individuals needs of students.
Position Responsibilities:
- Develop a program that is flexible and responds to individual students needs
- Offer a wide range of teaching materials and strategies
- Maintain and update attendance records
- Regular communication with parents
- Develop a strategy to connect parents to the program
- Communication with Summer Experience Program Administrator
- Exit slips and feedback
- Classroom management
- An authentic, visible and deep commitment to the Catholic faith and be a credible witness/model of the faith.
- A strong spiritual leadership to empower students and ensure that God and gospel values are integrated into the entire curriculum/life of the school
- Superior administrative and organization skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong commitment and leadership in literacy and numeracy
- Cover letter
- Detailed resume of your qualifications and experience
- Current Catholic Pastoral reference
- Ontario College of Teachers documentation
- The names of three Current Professional References (including at least one reference from a Principal you have worked for during the past two years)
Email:
Online: Apply to Education at:
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those individuals granted an interview will be contacted.
Accommodations for persons with disabilities are available during the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9851.
