Itinerant Teacher

Il stli kwels spipetstexw kweset ite xwelmexwelh stexwlaq temexws ye Stó:lo mestiyexw.

Mission Public School District is located on the Traditional, Ancestral, Unsurrendered, and Shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets and Qwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Halq'eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halqeméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leqá:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial.

We invite applications for the positions of:

School: Itinerant Teacher

Position: ELL Department

FTE: 1.0

Grade: ELL Focus

Status: Temporary to June 30, 2025 or until return of the incumbent

Start Date: ASAP

This position encompasses English Language Learners (ELL), English as a second language (ESL). The successful incumbent will work as part of the ELL/ESD team on the development, implementation and delivery of the ELL programs for our students in the district. The incumbent must have familiarity with Language intervention and support programs, particularly for English Language Learners and English as a Second Dialect learners.

The incumbent will be responsible for the testing of returning students and new ELL students. The focus of this position will be interpreting results, generating reports, continued development and implementation of the program and writing annual plans that meet the educational needs of ELL students.

Qualifications:

• a valid BC teaching certificate
• Masters of Education degree with coursework in linguistics, second language acquisition, and/or ELL methodology or in the process of obtaining the Masters degree
• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous worldviews and perspectives
• Successful teaching experience and programming at the elementary level
• Demonstrated record keeping skills and the use of assessment as an effective tool for learning
• Training and experience in Level B, assessment/testing or in the process of obtaining Level B assessment/testing
• TESL certification including practicum or equivalent (30 credits at the post secondary institution)

Job Duties:

• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize curriculum, learning spaces and individualized programs, specifically Annual Instructional Plans (AIP)
• Understanding of essential learning outcomes within the new curriculum and the ELL standards
• Ability to positively contribute to a team environment and collaborate with department staff
• Ability to engage ELL/ESD learners at all levels
• Effective written and oral interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in the classroom with teachers and educational assistants

For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included with your application which include:

• resume
• cover letter
• recent teaching reports and/or practicum reports
• copy of BC Teaching Certificate and/or TQS card or information on current status

The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $57,972-$106,217, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted.

Why Mission?

We humbly work and learn on the Traditional, Ancestral, Unsurrendered and Shared lands of the Stó:lo people. Mission Public Schools benefits from being a medium-sized district with rural and urban schools. We are large enough to provide a variety of programs and services, and small enough to build meaningful relationships with our students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

The district is focused on following the Strategic Plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. Finally, we are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools.

About Mission

Mission, British Columbia is nestled on a southern coastal mountain slope, overlooking the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River. Ideally situated, Mission is located an hour east of Vancouver and just a 15-minute drive from the U.S. border. Mission was originally inhabited by the Sto:lo First Nations people, and today this rapidly growing and dynamic centre is home to a population of some 38,000 residents. Come see why Mission is "the Jewel in the Valley".

What opportunities do we offer?

• District Mentorship/ Leadership Groups
• In-house training, online training, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
• A great place to live that is relatively affordable compared to other lower mainland cities
• Access to school fitness facilities and wellness resources

Thank you for your interest. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.