POSITION GROUP: Faculty

STATUS: Ten Month, Full-Time, ProbationaryCalgary French & International School (CFIS) is a full French language immersion co-educational independent school, serving over 750 students from preschool through to Grade 12. For over 50 years, families have chosen CFIS because of our immersive French language learning environment that inspires childrens unique curiosity and exploration of the world around them.Our dedicated faculty, staff and administration team partner with CFIS families to provide an extraordinary learning experience. Our students benefit from innovative teaching and learning approaches to address global challenges, and are empowered to take responsibility as open-minded, curious citizens who are prepared for the ever-changing world around them.

Successful candidates will provide students in Grades 1 to 6 with additional support in their achievement with English Language Art and Literacy (oral, reading, and writing), with a specific need for supporting English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners.Teacher leaders can expand their reach beyond the classroom by sharing their expertise with colleagues and developing a strong school culture through peer support, collaboration, and trust. This position is an opportunity to work closely with the Curriculum Coordinator, Principal, and classroom teachers to ensure student learning through individual, small group support as well as the purposeful sharing of effective practices, peer coaching to enhance student learning. The literacy coach will be provided with opportunities to further mentor their colleagues in creating learning environments and activities that meet the needs of all students. Responsibilities of this role will include: Meet with the English literacy team on a regular basis to further develop our program, such as various aspects of the scope and sequence.

Provide coaching to teachers by modelling lessons and sharing information and guidance regarding a range of effective and innovative practices to support differentiation through various activities such as: individual discussions (informal and formal),

coaching sessions,

demonstration lessons with pre- and post-discussion/analysis, and

staff meetings and professional development days.

Research and provide content knowledge and resources to staff about learning and teaching literacy.

Work collaboratively with colleagues to understand their knowledge and skill related to curriculum and instruction.

Assess EAL students to monitor their benchmark progress and communicate their needs to teachers.

Collect and analyze data to develop action plans in response to student needs, and

Enhance student learning through large group, small group and individual supports.

Qualifications : Bachelor of Education

Interim or Permanent Alberta teaching certification (or in the process of receiving)

Valid CPR & First Aid certification, or willing to obtain

Prior expertise and training in English literacy and experience in supporting English as an Additional Language learners

Experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme is desirable

The successful applicant will need to provide a recent Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening prior to commencing work.Skills, Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required: Strong planner and organizer with exemplary communication skills.

Strong familiarity with Alberta Education documentation.

Commitment to quality educational experiences for children.

Highly skilled educator with a passion and drive to improve the instructional quality of their school by extending their impact as teachers.

Wealth of experience facilitating professional learning for colleagues and leading school-wide initiatives.

Understanding and knowledge in literacy, differentiation, and child development.

Interpersonal skills that foster collegiality and blend with CFISs values, and

Commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Compensation

As per the CFIS teaching salary grid .

Application Process

Interviews are estimated to be held the week of April 15th, 2024. However, the posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. If this position sounds like the perfect fit for you, please submit your cover letter and resume to Apply Now . At CFIS we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if youre excited about this role, but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway with a cover letter and resume describing why you are a great fit and to help us learn more about you. You may be just the right candidate!

We thank all applicants in advance for their submission.