Posting #2526-318 - Learning Department

0.4 FTE in the area of Early Learning Literacy Support Teacher (Grade 1-3)

Monday To Thursday mornings

This is a temporary contract position.

This position is effective as soon as possible, and will continue until May 30, 2026.

While all applicants will be considered, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-declare Indigenous ancestry.

The starting annual salary for a school teacher position ranges from $60,000 to $110,000, with placement on the range based on the length of service and qualifications in accordance in accordance with the collective agreement. Positions of Special Responsibility receive an additional pay allowance in accordance with the collective agreement based on the levels 1, 2, or 3.

Please contact Luke Friesen, Director of Instruction for Learning, if you have any questions about this position.

Qualifications:

• Recognized degree in elementary education is required

• French Immersion qualified

• Graduate work and/or additional coursework in early learning or literacy an asset

• BC Teaching certificate membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch and eligibility for Teacher Qualification Service card

• Personal teaching philosophy and pedagogy align with BC’s Early Learning Framework

• Extensive experience as a French Immersion primary classroom teacher with strong classroom routines and a commitment to inclusion, UDL and personalized learning

• Dynamic leadership experience with problem solving and conflict resolution skills

• Demonstrated ability to be curious about student learning and be responsive to student needs

• Proven ability to teach primary students’ literacy through a comprehensive framework and workshop models

• Knowledge and experience using the Early Literacy Profile formative assessment tool to inform practice

• Experience and a deep understanding in using a concept-based, competency driven curriculum

• Knowledge and understanding implementing inquiry-based teaching and learning

• Knowledge of current K-3 literacy pedagogy

• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing and First Peoples Principles of Learning and experience imbedding into teaching

• Excellent understanding of and experience facilitating adult learners through coaching and mentoring teacher professional learning in one on one, small group, and large group settings

• Ability to make evidence-based decisions, analyze data, and use it to inform programming and practice

• Outstanding organizational and planning abilities Self-directed with excellent time management skills

Roles and Responsibilities:

• This position will work under the direction of the Director of Instruction for Learning with the following responsibilities:
• Participate and collaborate as a member of the Learning Department Team as directed to support K-3 literacy initiatives and the implementation of the district's K-3 Literacy plan in French Immersion programming.
• Coordinate projects with school staff and facilitate professional learning opportunities both inside and outside the instructional school day
• Facilitate professional learning, model, and support K-3 teachers on the Early Literacy Profile, current literacy research and district literacy initiatives
• Collaborate as a peer coach with teachers in the development and implementation of instructional routines and practices that support literacy development and inclusive practices