Learning Coaches - Board Wide

OSSTF - ETFO

Comp. 25-145

Closing date: 2025-04-24 @ 4:00 pm EST

Learning Coach Positions - The number of positions is dependent on Ministry funding that is pending.

K - 6 Learning Coach with Literacy and Numeracy Focus (3.0 FTE)
K - 12 Learning Coach with FSL Focus (1.0 FTE)
7 - 12 Learning Coach with Numeracy/STEM Focus (2.0 FTE)
7 - 12 Learning Coach with Literacy/UDL/Assessment Focus (1.0 FTE)
7 - 12 Pathways Coach (1.0 FTE)
7 - 12 Technology Enabled Learning Teacher with e-Learning Focus (1.0 FTE)
Location: Board wide

Start date: Required for the 2025-2026 School Year

Qualifications

• Ontario College of Teachers Accreditation
• Primary/Junior/Intermediate/Senior Qualifications (minimum of two)
• Hold, or be working towards a 3 part Mathematics Primary and Junior Specialist AQ, or Math Honours Specialist (for Numeracy positions)
• Hold, or be working towards a 3 part Reading or Writing Specialist AQ, or English Honours Specialist (for Literacy positions)
• Hold, or be working towards a 3 part French Second Language Specialist AQ, or FSL Honours Specialist (for FSL position)
• Earn the Apple Teacher Certification for iPad
• Five years certified teaching experience an asset
• Must be a current permanent teacher with District School Board Ontario North East with a satisfactory TPA within the last 5 years
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License required, as travel is expected

Responsibilities

The Coaches will:

• Support educators in implementing the science of reading into their literacy block.
• Support educators in implementing the revised language/English curriculum.
• Support educators in implementing the board's Math Action Plan.
• Co-plan and co-facilitate professional learning at the school and board level in support of the School Improvement Plans for Student Achievement and Well-being (SIPSAW) and Student Achievement Plan (SAP) goals.
• Collaborate with school teams and classroom teachers in the development of professional learning cycles/ collaborative inquiries focusing on instructional strategies and assessments.
• Develop digital and print resources to support educators.
• Regular travel is expected within the region of the coach and some travel across regions will be required. Technology will be used to minimize travel where possible.
• The Learning Coaches will be responsible for embedding technology using the TPACK framework, developing the 21st century skills and supporting educators with the use of synchronous and asynchronous platforms.

ASSETS

• Strong leadership skills and desire for further improvement.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of equity, especially in the areas of special education, mental health and Indigenous learning.
• Demonstrated risk taker with a growth mindset.

Interested Candidates

Postings can be found on the DSB1 website and on Apply to Education. Please apply using Apply to Education by clicking the Apply button. Applications received through any other method will not be considered.

Additional Information

Internal applicants shall provide a covering letter indicating the position to which they are applying, a complete resume, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), a letter of support from their immediate supervisor, and a list of three references (one which must be the current supervisor).

External applicants shall provide a covering letter and a complete resume, including complete information about experience, training, employment history, dates, places and addresses of previous employers, a copy of their most recent performance appraisal (if applicable), and a list of three references (one which must be a current or recent supervisor). Must provide a Criminal Background Check with vulnerable Sector Screening prior to employment.

- AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER-

It is the policy of District School Board Ontario North East to support fair, equitable and transparent hiring and promotion practices for all qualified employees and applicants for employment in order to attract and retain quality employees who facilitate the learning environment for our students. The procedures for the hiring and promotion of staff will be based on DSB1 Hiring Policy & Procedure 1.2.22.

Accommodation

Upon request, we will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation please contact.

The Board thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A. and is used to determine eligibility for employment.

Cindy Pye-Reasbeck (Board Chair) - Lesleigh Dye (Director of Education)

2025-04-15