Position Description

A temporary full time (1.0) Support Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective immediately until June 30, 2021.  The assignment will be at Dr. Kearney Middle School.

Dr. Kearney Middle School is a vibrant junior middle school offering classes in grades 7-9. We enroll a diverse student population of 550, 20% of whom are of First Nations descent. We have an active Parent Advisory Committee and a supportive parent community. Some themes that characterize our school are a commitment to student centered learning and a focus on collaborative planning. Some exciting dimensions of the school are our Leadership, Peer Helping, At-Risk Students and Reading Intervention programs. Our school also offers an extensive extra-curricular program including volleyball, basketball, x-country running, track and field and golf. Please see www.kearney.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
• Masters in Special Education or working towards 
• Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the secondary level
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to teach in a project based learning (PBL) environment
• Ability/experience to carry out a variety of assessment, including classroom observation, administration and interpretation of norm-referenced assessment instruments, curriculum-based assessments, and diagnostic teaching methods
• Ability to implement extensive Individual Education Programs (IEP's) (detailing adaptations and modifications) in consultation with classroom teachers, parents, students and district resource personnel
• Ability/experience to support students designated with Chronic Health
• Ability to support teachers within adapted classes in literacy, numeracy and science
• Wide range of teaching and management strategies
• Knowledge of methods for evaluating and selecting instructional materials suitable for students with a variety of special needs
• Ability/expertise to work with students either individually or in small groups or in a classroom setting
• Flexible schedule to chair meetings outside of regular school hours
• Experience/knowledge of UDL practices in the classroom
  
• Excellent interpersonal, communications, collaborative and organizational skills
• Advocacy for and empathy with students with special needs
• Ability to work with students experiencing learning difficulties
• Ability/expertise to collaborate with classroom teachers and team-teach when warranted to support the learning of special needs students
• Commitment to pursue professional development in special education
• Willingness to work collaboratively with the special education department and school administration
• Experience/knowledge of PBIS supports
• Experience/knowledge of AFL practices

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 $50,623 - $95,897
• 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:

S. Steele, Principal, Dr. Kearney Middle School 250.785.8378 or ssteele@prn.bc.ca

C. Nock, Vice-Principal, Dr. Kearney Middle School 250.785.8378 or cnock@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 with 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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