Date Issued: April 29, 2024 POSITION

Worksite: Watson Elementary School

Contract Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Assignment Area(s): Library, Preparation & School Based Team Coverage Teacher

Salary Range: 57,972 to 106,217 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)

Effective Date: Immediately until not later than June 30, 2024, 2024 (or return of Teacher)

Please Note: We are willing to consider applicants who do not possess the qualifications for this assignment. There will be required in-service for the successful candidate to complete.

Deadline for Applications: May 7, 2024 12:00 pm

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future www.makeafuture.ca and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of 2 current supervisors who can comment on your teaching.Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience:

extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching in all areas of this assignment

knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Educations 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 memberFor Further Information Contact: Terry Bateman, Principal or Jaqueline Berkes, Vice Principal (604) 858-9477