Temp PT (0.8) Reading Support/Behaviour Support Teacher (med loa until the return of incumbent but not beyond June 30, 2027)

Position Description

A temporary part time (0.8) Reading Support/Behaviour Support Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective November 19, 2026 until the return of the incumbent but not beyond June 30, 2027. The assignment will be at Alwin Holland Elementary School.

Alwin Holland has a student population of over 200 students and approximately 30% of those are Indigenous. Our school is an inner city school and our school population is characterized by considerable diversity. See www.holland.prn.bc.cafor more information.

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
• Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the elementary years level
• 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
• Experience as a reading support teacher
• Experience with Function Analysis of Behaviour, Behaviour Intervention Plans
• Ability to support teachers within adapted classes in literacy, numeracy and science
• Ability to work with students experiencing learning difficulties
• Experience or ability to work with intensive behaviour students one-on-one or in small groups
• Experience completing functional behaviour analyses (FBA) and behaviour intervention plans (BIP)
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with school staff, school-based team, and the Indigenous Education Team
• Knowledge of outside agencies and the ability to coordinate wraparound support for students on their caseload
• Knowledge and understanding of how mental health can impact student behaviour
• Experience or ability to design and implement Tier 2 and 3 plans for students on their caseload
• Ability to act as a liaison between parents/guardians and the school
• Excellent self-regulation and ability to remain calm in extremely stressful situations
• Experience with Functional Analysis and Behaviour, Behaviour Intervention Plan and creating Individual Education Plan

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
• $3,500 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)
• Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $72,720 - $118,770
• 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:

Janny Lavoie, Principal, Alwin Holland Elementary or jlavoie@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/

www.prn.bc.ca

This job is classed under Elementary school and kindergarten teachers (NOC 41221) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Elementary school and kindergarten teachers teach basic subjects such as reading, writing and arithmetic or specialized subjects such as English or French as a second language at public and private elementary schools.

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