Temporary Term: Elementary Literacy & Numeracy Achievement Consultant

Temporary Elementary Literacy & Numeracy Achievement Consultant 

(Elementary Focus – Grades 3 & 6)

Position Summary:

The Elementary Literacy & Numeracy Achievement Consultant will provide targeted support to improve student achievement in both mathematics and literacy. Assigned to a Ministry priority school or a school identified by the board based on student needs, this role involves working directly with students, collaborating with educators, and supporting school administrators in implementing effective instructional strategies to enhance EQAO performance and overall student success. The Elementary Literacy & Numeracy Achievement Consultants will work with Grade 3 and 6 classroom teachers to deliver curriculum. Additionally, these consultants will work directly with students who require additional support within the classroom to close learning gaps using high-impact instructional strategies and intervention techniques.

Qualifications:

Basic:  Primary/Junior Divisions or Junior/Intermediate Divisions

Additional:  Specialist in Literacy (or related) and/or Mathematics (candidates who become qualified prior to the start of the assignment shall be considered)

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years teaching experience

Other:

• Strong background in elementary mathematics and literacy instruction.
• Experience in student assessment, data analysis, and intervention strategies.
• Proven ability to collaborate with educators, administrators, and school support teams.
• Familiarity with EQAO frameworks, new curriculum expectations, and evidence-based instructional practices.
• Strong communication, leadership, and coaching skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Mathematics Support:

• Work directly with small groups of students in Grades 3 and 6 to improve math achievement and raise EQAO scores.
• Support the implementation of new math digital tools and instructional strategies.
• Provide job-embedded professional development for educators in priority schools, focusing on effective mathematics instruction.
• Assist administrators in leading math learning initiatives within their schools.
• Work alongside the Student Achievement Team and the Special Education Department to support, plan, and implement math intervention programs.

Literacy Support:

• Support the implementation of the Language Curriculum, including the use of updated assessments and screening tools.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 reading interventions for students requiring additional literacy support.
• Facilitate the rollout and administration of the literacy screener, ensuring students receive appropriate interventions. Will be assigned to more than one school for literacy screener support.
• Work alongside the Student Achievement Team and the Special Education Department to support, plan, and implement reading intervention programs.
• Assist in ongoing assessment and evaluation of students’ foundational literacy skills.

Collaboration & Professional Development:

• Provide coaching and mentorship to educators on best practices in both numeracy and literacy instruction.
• Support the development and implementation of school-based action plans for improving student achievement in math and literacy.
• Coordinate and facilitate professional learning sessions for teachers to strengthen their instructional strategies.

Assignment & School Support:

• Consultants will be assigned to a Ministry priority school or a school determined by the board based on identified student needs.
• Work closely with school leadership to develop and implement strategies tailored to the specific needs of the assigned school.
• Support school teams in analyzing student achievement data to inform instructional decisions and interventions.

Existing Vacancy: Yes

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
The Brant Haldimand Norfolk Catholic District School Board believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and our communities. We remain committed to upholding our Catholic values of equity and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. Therefore, in pursuit of our values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the district in actualizing the Board’s Multi-Year Strategic Plan. We actively encourage applications from individuals from all groups and specifically those groups that may experience systemic barriers. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in the communities that we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement
We also recognize our duty to accommodate and to foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with our Catholic social teachings and virtues, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for reasons of disability in the application or interview process, please email your request to resumes@bhncdsb.ca in advance of any part of the process. All information received relating to a candidate’s required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by Human Resource Services.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. 

Carol Luciani                                                                 Michael McDonald
Chair of the Board                                                        Chief Executive Officer and Secretary

BRANT HALDIMAND NORFOLK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
Excellence in Learning ~ Living in Christ
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