Early Intervention Specialist - Grande Prairie, AB, Canada - Peace River North

Description

A temporary full time (1.0) Learning Support Teacher is required by School District No. The assignment will be at Prespatou Elementary/Jr Secondary School.
(Transportation from the Board Office to Prespatou School may be available. 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. Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
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
2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas
~$2,947 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)
~ Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. 2824 OR

About School District 60
School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners.

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. 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.

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

Curriculum and teacher supports
French Immersion, music, & outdoor education programs
Advanced technology facilities and resources
School District No.