LTO - Early Reading Support

Job summary

Provide one-on-one and small-group early reading support to Kindergarten through Grade 3 students, including direct Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions. Use structured literacy, assessment and student data to guide instruction, collaborate with the school’s professional learning team, and support student achievement.

Job details

APPLY TO EDUCATION POSTING NUMBER: 4072139 Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic Invites Applications For The Position Of TEACHER – LONG TERM OCCASIONAL (LTO) ST. LUKE 0.3 FTE (Days TBD) Early Reading Support Effective immediately, For an indefinite period, but not to extend beyond June 30, 2027 Mandatory Requirements Basic qualifications to teach in the Primary Division French as a Second Language Part 1 Preferred Requirements Additional Qualifications in Reading Specialist is an asset. Knowledge and understanding of the Ontario New Language Curriculum Grades K-8 (2023), Kindergarten Curriculum (2026) Guides to Effective Instruction, Science of Reading and Acadience. Proven ability to implement effective instructional strategies in phonetic awareness, phonics, reading fluency, vocabulary, and reading comprehension strategies. Provide one-on-one or small group supports to students in Kindergarten to Grade 3. Provide direct Tier 2 and Tier 3 reading interventions and other supports. Experience and training in providing instruction to students who are struggling to learn to read. Knowledge and understanding of and commitment to supporting equity of outcomes for all learners and fostering an instructional approach in literacy. Sound knowledge of the programs and teaching experience in the primary division. Repertoire of current instructional and assessment strategies. Proficient fluency in French as a Second Language. Demonstrated effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment. Knowledge and experience in implementing structured literacy and the use of student data to drive instruction. Understanding and experience in implementing the CEFR approach into FSL instruction. Commitment to supporting the use of technology in instruction and learning, and to promoting an environment of innovation and creativity that engages the 21st century learner. Proven ability to implement effective classroom management strategies. Commitment to being an active participant in the school's professional learning team to promote student achievement. Knowledge of, and familiarity with, the school environment would be an asset. Additional Posting Information Current compensation, in accordance with the applicable collective agreement. Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial Intelligence: The Board does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Qualified internal applicants who wish to be considered for this position are asked to apply via Apply To Education posting number 4072139 Qualified external applicants who wish to be considered for this position are asked to submit their resume and the following completed including pastoral reference via Apply To Education posting number 4072139 For any questions regarding the application process, please contact us at Applications will be received via Apply To Education until 4:30PM on October 8, 2026 Shawn Fitzsimmons, Chair Paula Mann, Chief Executive Officer The Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic District School Board is committed to diversity and inclusion. Please contact our Human Resources Department via email at or via telephone at 705-472-1201, ext. 31215 prior to the posting's closing date should you require any accommodation during the recruitment process. For the protection of its students, the Board requires successful applicants to provide a satisfactory criminal record check as a condition of employment. The Board would like to thank all applicants for expressing an interest in this position, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Provide one-on-one and small-group early reading support to Kindergarten through Grade 3 students, including direct Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions. Use structured literacy, assessment and student data to guide instruction, collaborate with the school’s professional learning team, and support student achievement.

Requirements

Applicants must hold the basic qualifications to teach in the Primary Division and French as a Second Language Part 1, with strong French fluency. Preferred qualifications and experience include a Reading Specialist additional qualification, primary literacy instruction, structured literacy and reading interventions, knowledge of Ontario curricula and reading resources, and effective communication and teamwork.

Listed skills

• Reading comprehension · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Differentiated instruction · Preferred
• Team Collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Early Reading Support
• Structured Literacy
• Phonemic Awareness
• Phonics
• Reading Fluency
• Vocabulary Instruction
• Reading Comprehension
• Tier 2 And Tier 3 Interventions
• Student Data Analysis
• Literacy Assessment
• French As A Second Language
• CEFR-Based Instruction
• Classroom Management
• Differentiated Instruction
• Team Collaboration
• Educational Technology

Job areas

• Education

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