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School District #60 (Peace River North)

Temp FT (1.0) Learning Assistant/Grade 1 Teacher (med loa effective immediately until the return of the incumbent but not beyond June 30, 2025)

Fort St. John,BC
  • To be discussed
  • Full time ,Part time

  • 1 position to fill as soon as possible

Position Description

A temporary full time LAT/Grade 1 Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective immediately until the return of the incumbent but not beyond June 30, 2025. The assignment will be at Ecole Central Elementary School.

Ecole Central Elementary School of the Arts is a K-6, Fine Arts French Immersion school located in the heart of downtown Fort St. John, in the beautiful Peace River Valley. We offer an early French immersion program, which begins in kindergarten. Fourteen percent of our students are of First Nations ancestry. Our school has a staffing compliment of 15 teachers and 8 support workers as well a principal, and .3 vice principal, reading support teacher and a .4 librarian. Our school enjoys itinerant access to a range of services. École Central Elementary School is a Fine Arts school and staff appointments will reflect the specific classroom needs and the Fine Arts Programme needs. See www.central.prn.bc.ca for more information.

Qualifications and Experience

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

All applicants will be required to participate in a French fluency assessment (written & oral)

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

Successful French Immersion teaching/training experience at the elementary level

Experience

and/or course work in teaching a minimum of one Fine Arts strand with

the ability to contribute to the overall vision of a Fine Arts school

Integration of computer technology into the learning environment

Expertise/interest in teaching in the Fine Arts

Masters in Special Education or working towards

Ability/experience

to carry out a variety of assessment, including classroom observation,

administration and interpretation of norm- reference assessment

instruments, curriculum-based assessments, and diagnostic teaching

methods

Ability

to implement extensive Individual Education Programs (IEP's) (detailing

adaptations and modifications) in consultation with classroom teachers,

parents, students and district resource personnel

Experience planning with Teachers and Education Assistants

Advocacy for and empathy with students with special needs

Ability to work with students experiencing learning difficulties

Experience/training/knowledge of Positive Behavior Support (PBS)

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:

L. Cote- Aubin, Principal, Ecole Central School 250.785.4511 or lcoteaubin@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/

www.prn.bc.ca


Requirements

Level of education

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Diploma

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Work experience (years)

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Written languages

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Spoken languages

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Internal reference No.

3907919