SCHOOL: Oliver Elementary School

POSTING: #10 - 2024/25

POSITION: Elementary Library Teacher (Includes Classroom)

APPOINTMENT: 0.9 FTE Continuing

START DATE: September 1, 2024 Qualifications Required: degree in elementary education plus a post-graduate diploma or certificate in teacher librarian or commencement with a completion plan;

recent successful experience as a teacher-librarian at the elementary level;

skills, knowledge and ability to support the school literacy and library programs, to foster the development of life-long learners and enhance student learning;

ability to promote the library as the literacy hub of the school;

demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff to design and co-teach units of instruction that focus on project-based and experiential learning;

ability to develop and monitor the library collection by setting priorities and establishing procedures for the evaluation and selection of library resources;

ability to model, teach and foster social, emotional and cultural awareness;

knowledge of current 21st century pedagogy and assessment practices;

demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to the professional community at the school and district level;

effective communication, interpersonal, organizational and classroom management skills;

ability to integrate technologies and digital citizenship into educational programs; and

BC Professional Teaching Certificate and current eligibility for Teacher Qualification Service card.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 3:00 PM, April 29, 2024.

For further information please contact the principal at

(250) 498-3468 or jmcallis@sd53.bc.ca. Please review and follow Application Guidelines on our website: Click HereExternal and internal candidates are welcome to apply to SD53 postings.

Short-listed candidates will be contacted. Teacher Pay is based on years of experience and TQS category.

( Link July 1, 2024 Salary Grid ).

Postings are filled in the following order: 1) re-engagement (currently on layoff), 2) by employer-initiated transfers, 3) by qualifications/seniority, 4) returns from leaves (when not placed in former position), and 5) applicants without seniority. Re-engagement and employer-initiated transfers may occur before, during, or after the posting process.