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SalaryPosition Description
A temporary full time (1.0) Middle School Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective September 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025. The assignment will be at the Key Learning Centre.
This position will focus on supporting students with the Online Learning context. Duties will include online instruction, advising enrollment consistent within Graduation 2023 guidelines, online course support, student tutorial, as well as tracking and reporting student progress.
The Key
Learning Centre (KLC) is a Provincial Online Learning School (POLS) providing online learning to students within School District No. 60 and throughout the province of British Columbia.. As an alternative to traditional 'brick & mortar' schools we offer asynchronous, flexibly scheduled educational programming via an online delivery model.
The KLC has a
staffing complement of nine teachers, nine support staff (clerical, EA,
LAT, tech support) and administration. The staff is very innovative
and takes full advantage of technologies to bridge distances and create
an effective, vibrant social learning environment. Point your browser
to www.keylearning.ca for more information.
Qualifications and Experience
Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects
Experience with universal design and differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students
Excellent interpersonal, communications, collaboration and organization skills
Experience/training/knowledge of Social Emotional Learning.
Demonstrated ability to create a positive classroom community
contributing to a safe, caring, and healthy school where every student
feels a sense of belonging
Strong belief in the philosophy of inclusion and the potential of all students to learn
Understanding of the BC Curriculum and ability to plan both short-term and long-term in consideration of class composition
Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the foundation of enhancing student learning
Demonstrated use of classroom management practices that are pro-active and maintain student dignity
Demonstrated use of assessment practices that promote student learning and maintain student dignity
Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach at the
Middle School level and have prior experience or training
in teaching using Online Learning (OL) methods. The assignment will
focus on subjects from Grade 7 to the Grade 9 range. Which grades
and courses to be taught will be determined by enrollment numbers at
this program level
A working knowledge of, or be willing to quickly learn, the
technology needed to deliver the online portion of an educational
program. (ie. Zoom Whiteboard, BrightSpace, Google Education, FileMaker,
Adobe Acrobat, social media channels.)
An understanding and commitment to the intermediate/middle
school philosophy and willingness to adapt that philosophy to an OL and
blended learning environment.
Knowledge of OL course offerings and procedures would be an asset.
Aware of BC MoE Middle School Curriculum. Also, be able to
realize the Ministry of Education initiatives dealing with 21st Century
and personalized learning in an OL and blended learning environment.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well
with students, parents and staff members in both face to face and online
environments.
Demonstrated ability to work in a partnership with parents/home facilitators.
A willingness to incorporate a variety of online learning
strategies aligned with best practice current in the online
learning field in their teaching methodologies.
The ability to set up a learning environment that supports
active engagement among learners and between student and educator
through asynchronous and synchronous strategies and through
project-based learning.
Open to the idea of team teaching several grades in collaboration with one or more teachers.
A willingness to develop a social online environment for students to interact and learn within.
The ability to design a course of study for students on an open learning program or students requiring an IEP/SLP
The ability to carry out a variety of assessments including
classroom and virtual classroom observation, administration and
interpretation of norm-referenced tests, curriculum-based assessment and
diagnostic teaching methods in an OL environment. A commitment to work
with parents in the development and evaluation of a child’s learning
program and progress.
Ability to use online technology in the instructional process and reporting procedures.
Willing to explore and use technology in a transformative way to
improve the student's educational experience (as defined by the SAMR
model for example.) Previous experience in the use of transformative
educational technology would be a compelling asset.
A working knowledge of Criterion Based Referencing Assessment
and Performance-Based Assessment, Balanced Literacy, and
blended/structured writing process, and the SMART Learning process
Is willing to learn about and explore new and tried ways of
helping students learn effectively and personally in an OL environment.
Be committed to continuous professional learning.
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
$2,947 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)
Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $63,492 - $108,576
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:
Sean Thomas, Principal, The Key Learning Centre 250.261.5677 or sthomas@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 23 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
www.prn.bc.ca/district/employment/
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