Position Description

A temporary part time (0.2) primary teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective immediately until return of the incumbent but not beyond June 30, 2021.  The assignment will be at Baldonnel School.

Baldonnel Elementary School is a rural K-6 school located 15 minutes from Fort St John and midway between Fort St John and the community of Taylor. The school has a student population of 140 students, 28% of whom are Indigenous students. Our school has a staffing complement of 18 very dedicated and collegial individuals. District Itinerant Staff provide a  range of services to our school. Our students also participate in the District elementary sports programs, District Band program, and the District Gifted and Enrichment program. Baldonnel also has an active Parent Advisory Council (PAC). Please see www.baldonnel.prn.bc.ca for more information.

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
• Experience with adapting and modifying curriculum to meet the needs of students
• Experience and/or training in teaching at the primary level.
• Experience/training/knowledge of Social Emotional Learning, Positive School Culture, Healthy Schools and Sense of Belonging.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Cognizant of the learning outcomes and evaluation processes outlined in provincial curriculum.
• Cognizant of the Core Competencies in the new BC Curriculum.
• Experience or knowledge of Balanced Literacy, Guided Reading, Literacy Assessment, Differentiated Instruction, Math Makes Sense, Power of Ten, Math Manipulatives, Criterion Referenced Performance Based Assessment, Assessment For Learning.
• Strong familiarity with district Literacy and Math assessments including: Cold Write, PM Benchmarks, QCA, RAD's and MAP's.
• Supportive of school planning and directions.
• Experience planning with Teachers and Education Assistants and a willingness to work in a collaborative model regarding curriculum, assessment, instruction and planning.
• Ability to work as a part of a team to develop and implement individualized learning plans for students with academic, social, emotional and physical learning disabilities and adjust to the needs of the students.
• Ability to differentiate instruction, scaffold, and support to meet the varying needs of all learners.
• Experience and/or training related to working with children with specific needs; including ELL, FASD,  ASD.
• Ability/desire to work collaboratively with students and parents.
• Willingness to work in a collaborative model with the school community to support the Framework for Enhancing Student Learning document (school plan).
• Commitment to professional development.
• Willingness to collaborate, plan and co-facilitate curriculum development, professional development opportunities and inservices linked to school goals for enhancing student learning for staff and parents.

Interested applicants are required to supply

• Three (3) references
• Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate) 

Compensation

• $2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas
• $2,622 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)
• Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $48,657 - $91,278
• Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer paid based on FTE

For more information please contact:

C. Todd, Principal, Baldonnel Elementary School 250.789.3396 or ctodd@prn.bc.ca

Please note: 
All applications with relevant documentation must be made through
Make A Future for consideration for the position

About School District 60

School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners. Our district is made up of dedicated, energetic professionals for whom the achievement and well-being of their students is a first priority. 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 22 schools in School District No. 60 (Peace River North). 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. John, BC. Fort St John is 478 km northeast of Prince George and 1,237 km north of Vancouver, situated near the border with neighbouring Alberta, 214 km west of Grande Prairie, Alberta. The region’s economy is prosperous and expanding. 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

• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive culture of teacher collaboration
• Curriculum and teacher supports
• French Immersion, music, & outdoor education programs
• Advanced technology facilities and resources
• Progressive and growing district
• Innovative educational practices

School District No. 60 (Fort St John)

10112 105 Avenue, Fort St John, BC V1J 4S4

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