Description
Position Description
A temporary part time (0.6) ELL Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective immediately until June 30, 2025. The assignment will be at Upper Pine Elementary/Jr. Secondary School.
Upper Pine is a K-8 school located at beautiful Rose Prairie, 30 minutes north of Fort St John. We enroll 190 students, 30% of whom are First Nations and 25% who are English as a second language. We have 11 teachers, 6 support staff, an administrative assistant, an ISSW, a principal, a Learning Assistant Teacher and a Librarian. Our school enjoys itinerant access to a range of services including ELL, Speech, and SEL. Our facility is very attractive and welcoming to children and parents alike. See www.pine.prn.bc.ca for more information.
Qualifications and Experience
Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects
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
Training and experience teaching ELL, ASD and knowledge of
materials and strategies appropriate for supporting students with ADHD,
FAS and behavior disorders
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others to support the learning of students with a wide variety of needs
Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to create an inclusive and respectful classroom environment
Patience and Empathy: Willingness to support students' language acquisition journey
Strong Communication Skills: Effective communication, both verbal and written, that adapts to the student's proficiency level
Differentiated Instruction: Ability to tailor instruction to meet diverse student needs
Strong Information Literacy Skills
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
Isolation allowance of $296.82 paid over 10 months
For more information please contact:
Palma Vasarhelyi, Principal, Upper Pine Elementary Jr/Secondary 250.827.3691 or pvasarhelyi@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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