Position Description
A temporary full time (1.0) ELL Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective September 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. The assignment will be at Prespatou Elementary/Jr. Secondary School.
(Transportation from the Board Office to Prespatou School may be available. Please contact the Principal for more Information)
The ELL Specialist Support Teacher provides language assessment services that align with the Ministry of Education & Childcare ELL Policy and district practices, review planning and development of programming as well as reporting on ELL student progress.
The successful applicant would support school-based ELL teachers and classroom teachers with the design and implementation of the student's language acquisition plan. Working in schools with teachers, students and school based teams, planning and delivery of workshops and in-serves are part of this role.
Providing direct ELL support in assigned schools and delivery of the school-based ELL program to students will include direct teaching of students, co-teaching and collaboration with classroom teachers.
Prespatou Elementary Secondary is a vibrant K-12 school located in a beautiful rural setting approximately one hour’s drive from Fort St John. The school’s population is approximately 300 students from Kindergarten to grade 12. Prespatou School services a broad range of students from the communities of Prespatou and Buick Creek. The students speak a variety of languages such as Low German, and Russian. Our students enjoy an active lifestyle at home and at school. The school building is the hub for the community with many events held regularly (meetings, gym nights, sewing, music, dinners, weddings). Educational services provided include English as a Second Language, Learning Assistance, and Inclusion. Staffing currently includes 15 K-12 teachers, 2 support educators and 4 support staff. We value the relationship between school, community and our PAC. Our PAC has 12 elected members who meet monthly. For more information please see www.prespatou.prn.bc.ca.
Qualifications and Experience
Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
Experience working with students with complex needs
Level B assessment certification, or willing to obtain
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
Computer literate and able to use a variety of applications for classroom instruction and required tasks
Ability to participate in meetings, workshops and inservices within and beyond the regular school day to support student learning and/or teaching development
Ability to travel to all schools in the district; reliable vehicle transportation is required
Commitment to working with colleagues on staff development activities linked to the District FESL
Committed to individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of effective strategies and techniques
Experience in leadership roles at the school level & experience working with adult learners is preferred
Training in ELL methodology and appropriate approaches to teaching ELL or additional language acquisition coursework/experience as laid out in the BC Ministry of Education & Childcare Policy guidelines
Cross-cultural communication, strategies, understanding and sensitivity training would be an asset
Strong understanding of curriculum and supporting second language learners
Ability to work as part of a team to develop, implement and support on-site ELL teacher with AIP development, implementation and assessment
Ability to plan, organize, and deliver in service sessions for ELL district teachers that build capacity development in ELL in conjunction with curriculum team members
Experience and training in balanced literacy approaches, literacy assessment and literacy across learning areas K-12
Interested applicants are required to supply
Compensation
For more information please contact:
Margaret Wiebe, Principal, Prespatou Elementary-Secondary, 250.264.2824 OR margaretwiebe@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
School District No. 60 (Fort St John)
10112 105 Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 4S4