Description
Bready Elementary School
Bready Elementary School is a collaborative learning community that strives for excellence with our students in Kindergarten to grade 6. We have a strong team who set high expectations so that all students can live and learn in a safe and caring environment. We are looking for an individual who is motivated to build strong relationships with students, staff and families and will continue to provide responsive and engaging instruction to a diverse community of learners. The position just happens to be a teacher who is an elementary specialist. We welcome your interest! Please join us!
Summary of Position
This posting is for a Permanent Part-time (.50 FTE) School Liaison position, commencing August 26th, 2024. The successful applicant would have the option of working on alternate days (Monday to Friday)- 7.5 hours per day, or 3.75 hours per day, Monday to Friday mornings. As a School Liaison Worker, you will be responsible for building genuine relationships with students/families and community partners and advocating for those who experience barriers to success in school.
Accountabilities
Enhance relationships between school and home to meet student needs - including home visits
Provide support to students who are experiencing social, emotional and/or behavioural dysregulation
Enhance connections to Indigenous and/or multicultural communities.
Assist in the development and/or implementation of preventative programs and activities for individuals and groups
Build relationships and provide necessary connections with partner organizations to help families access needed resources and/or services
Qualifications
Preference will be given to a candidate with post-secondary training in Social Services, Human Services, Psychology, or Sociology
Equivalent training and experience will be considered
The ability to offer life skills, social skills and anger management programming would be an asset
Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract with access to a reliable vehicle
The Right Person will
have the capacity to interact with a broad range of public members in a positive manner;
have the ability to take initiative and work independently;
possess a positive and supportive attitude in a team environment;
have excellent communications skills; and
genuinely appreciate working with children and demonstrate patience, show empathy, and help make learning fun.
LSKYSD Benefits
family health coverage;
generous sick leave plan;
school breaks and summers off;
professional development opportunities;
maternity leave top up benefit;
family assistance program;
secure pension plan;
an opportunity to make a difference.
For further information, please contact Rhonda Simon, Principal at 306-445-4954 or rhonda.simon@lskysd.ca.
We thank all interested applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Applications must be submitted online by: 12:00 noon , July 2, 2024
Living Sky School Division is proudly located on the shared territory of Treaty 6. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and encourages applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of Living Sky School Division. Qualified applicants who are of First Nations or Métis ancestry are encouraged to consider joining our team.
