T25-61 Continuing Full-Time Primary - Grade 1

Worksite: Strathcona Elementary School

Contract Type: Continuing, Full-Time

Assignment Area(s): Primary – Grade 1

Salary Range: $5+,711 to $10+,520 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

Please Note: The assignment within this position in September may not be identical to the assignment in this posted position.

Deadline for Applications: Friday, April 25, 2025 – 12:00 pm

Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of 2 current supervisors who can comment on your teaching.

Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience:

Extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching all areas of this assignment
Knowledge of, and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as applied to all areas of this assignment
Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement teaching practices that align with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.

Successful experience with planning and teaching primary students; teaching experience with Grade 1 is an asset
Demonstrated ability to plan for and teach all required subjects at this grade level, to effectively address the academic and social/emotional learning needs of a diverse group of students
Experience with differentiating instruction and utilizing methods for targeting instruction selecting and adapting instructional materials to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of a diverse group of students
Knowledge of and proven experience in using current assessment practices to inform and guide instruction
Proven ability to create a safe, caring, and inclusive learning environment that promotes the success of all learners
Demonstrated knowledge and proven success with effective classroom management
Commitment to implementing all aspects of the Code of Conduct and Behaviour Matrix
Knowledge and demonstrated ability in teaching a well-balanced literacy program utilizing sound teaching practices exemplified in SMART learning, the ACT, Reading/Writing Power and Write Traits
Knowledge and demonstrated ability in teaching a well-balanced numeracy program, including the use of the district's S.N.A.P assessment
Demonstrated ability to support school and district initiatives to provide meaningful learning experiences for students including Project Based, STEM and/or Place Based Learning
Experience with implementing of high impact instructional strategies
Knowledge and demonstrated experience with First People's Principle of Learning, differentiating instruction and use of proven Social-Emotional Learning/Self-Regulation approaches (Calm, Alert & Learning, Mind Up, Strong Kids, Zones of Regulation) are preferred
Demonstrated ability using technology in instruction to enhance student engagement for a wide range of abilities
Proven ability as an effective team member working collaboratively with colleagues and administration and/or leading school-wide initiatives