Don Titus Montessori requires a 0.725 FTE TERM Teacher

Effective September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027

This job is for:

Prep (0.525 FTE)
Intermediate (0.20 FTE)

This position may increase. The successful applicant must be willing to accept the increase

Don Titus Montessori participates in multi age learning opportunities. Teachers work collaboratively to prepare and plan engaging opportunities for students. Montessori training or experience is not necessary. If the applicant wishes, on site mentoring and training will be provided.

For more information please contact Jody Bougerolle, Principal, at 250-788-2531

Don Titus Montessori is a small rural elementary school which has just over a hundred students and a family like atmosphere. Don Titus Montessori School, established in 2013, is a dynamic and community-minded School of Choice located in Chetwynd, BC. We have a strong and cohesive team of teachers and administration, with a passion for helping students learn to think creatively, solve problems independently, and respect themselves and others. Don Titus Montessori School flows with positive energy and enthusiasm, as the collective group of independent and inspired students work with our talented and enthusiastic teachers and support staff to develop a bright future. Our school’s moto is “Where Kids Learn To Shine!”

We are seeking teachers to be a part of our team.

The ideal teacher candidate begins with students at the heart of their practice; teaching the learner, not just the curriculum. They create inclusive classrooms where students of all abilities feel valued, supported, and challenged. We are seeking teachers who are open-minded professionals who collaborate, reflect, and continuously learn to improve their craft. Grounded in research-based practice and guided by care, they strive to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Hold, or be qualified for, a valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate
• Successful K-12 teacher training and practicum or evaluation documentation
•  Legally eligible to work in Canada

Desired qualifications and experience include:

• Experience with adapting, and modifying, curriculum to meet the needs of students
• Ability to develop and implement individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs
• Strong classroom management skills
• Experience working with students who display a variety of behaviours 
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Willingness to work and implement school initiatives and goals
• Capacity to work independently and in collaboration with a team
• Committed to individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of effective strategies and techniques
• Experience teaching in a multiage group setting
• Engages in fair, student focused assessment practices consistent with the BC curriculum and reporting order, and reflects on evidence of learning to guide instruction

Why School District No. 59? 

Collaboration, support, contemporary learning spaces and resources are part of the fabric of School District No. 59.  Professional Learning Communities, Foundations for Learning and regular professional development are available and readily accessible for all teachers. 

The School District Resource Centre houses thousands of physical and electronic resources for teachers.  Additional human resources available to all teachers include support for literacy, numeracy, Aboriginal Education, resource acquisition (Resource Center staff), and student support services. 

Benefits in working for School District No. 59: 

• Relocation Allowance:  Up to $5,000 for out of district applicants (with submission of approved receipts)
• Northern Travel Allowance:  A Great Benefit at Tax Time!  An amount of up to $4,000 of the salary paid to the employee shall be designated as a Northern Allowance Travel benefit. This allowance shall be in effect within the guidelines of Revenue Canada as they exist and are changed by Revenue Canada from year to year and shall end when the Revenue Canada program ends.  Regular part time employees’ allowance will be prorated proportionate to the hours worked
• Remote and Rural Allowance:  Teachers working in School District No. 59 are eligible to receive a remote and rural allowance, which is both an adjustment to the salary grid and an annual allowance of approximately $3,035* per FTE.  Teachers on call (TOCs) are not eligible to receive this allowance

*The annual allowance may increase as defined within the Collective Agreement with the British Columbia Teachers Federation.

Please visit www.discover59.ca for more information about teaching in School District #59, incentives and benefits offered and the Peace River South area