T24-145 Temporary, Full Time, Library, Preparation - British Columbia, Canada - York Region District School Board

Description

• extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching in all areas of this assignment
• knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as applied to this assignment
• MEd in Teacher-Librarianship, MLIS or Diploma in Teacher-Librarianship and successful experience as a Teacher-Librarian
• experience and/or willingness to learn the skills necessary to plan, implement, and oversee the development of a school wide program for Media & Technology in our school library
• demonstrated ability and experience in collaborating with teachers to improve instructional practice in literacy
• ability to manage a resource collection using curricular and student interests to identify and obtain library materials, organize, and maintain the library collection to promote independent reading and lifelong learning
• collaboration skills in order to support classroom teachers in fostering independent learners by teaching research, information literacy, technology, communication, and critical thinking skills
• demonstrated strong interest in, knowledge and understanding of literature and be able to share a passion for books and learning with students
• familiarity with a wide variety of literacy approaches, strategies, and methods of assessment
• demonstrated excellent listening, speaking, presentation and writing skills
• ability to maintain and troubleshoot the library computers, printers, and server
• successful experience teaching K to 6
• ability to design and implement a variety of formative and summative assessment practices in Language Arts and Math in order to measure and monitor student progress effectively
• strong understanding of best teaching practices at the elementary level
• knowledge of and demonstrated ability in addressing the wide range of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs of children
• demonstrated ability and proven experience of excellent classroom management
• knowledge of and commitment to support PBS and school-wide initiatives
• thorough knowledge of and demonstrated application of the principles of learning
• commitment and willingness to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and administration in order to support all students through an RTI system and student-centered model
• commitment to becoming involved and positively contributing to the culture of the school
• ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with students, staff, and parents
• evidence of personal initiative and strong work ethic with a proven ability to work collaboratively as an effective team member For Further Information Contact