THE BO ARD OF EDUCATION OF
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 34 (ABBOTSFORD)
POSTING: TEACHING POSITION
DATE:
20 MAY 2015
TIME 10:00 A.M.
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE USING THE JOB SHOPPING WEB SYSTEM
AS OF OCTOBER 1, 2013 PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED
POSTING REFERENCE NO: T 16 TDS 001 TEM
COMMENCEMENT DATE: 01 SEPTEMBER 2015
CONTRACT:
SCHOOL: CORE – DISTRICT STAFF
F.T.E.: 1.0
THREE YEAR TERM – 01 SEPTEMBER 2015 – 30 JUNE 2018
Position
ELL - HELPING TEACHER – Grade 6-12
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS DEPARTMENT
QUALIFICATIONS
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Teacher training including major practicum work at the middle/secondary level.
Minimum of 3 years successful teaching experience at the middle/secondary level.
Master’s work in Linguistics, Second Language Acquisition and/or ELL methodology desired.
Demonstrated understanding of academic language and how to develop it in English Language
Learners.
Training in the Language and Literacy framework as developed by “How Language Works”, an asset
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of curriculum standards and demonstrated experience
in implementing MOE curricula.
Understanding of essential outcomes.
Awareness of current resources related to curriculum and ELL
Demonstrated working knowledge of BC Performance Standards (numeracy, reading and writing).
Demonstrated understanding of the ELL Standards and Proficiency Levels.
Training in SIOP (Sheltered Immersion Observation Protocol) an asset.
Demonstrated practice using co-teaching strategies.
Demonstrated success using effective teaching strategies with an emphasis on the ELL learner.
Demonstrated understanding of assessment as a formative tool.
Evidence of teaching integrated curriculum and preparing teacher materials for ELLs
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction
Ability to plan and conduct workshops as a staff developer/teacher trainer
Demonstrated ability to use technology as a learning tool.
Ability to work collaboratively with SWIS workers to help students from various language groups.
Demonstrated ability to develop and teacher resources as needed.
Good understanding of what constitutes a professional learning community pertaining to 21st Centuray
skills
A broad-based understanding of current educational research.
Effective written and oral interpersonal skills.
Self directed with strong organizational skills and good time management.
Elementary/Middle/Secondary teacher training with training/experience in ELL.
Practicum and/or experience at the Middle or Secondary level essential.
Experience with international student programs an asset.
Experience with international assistants an asset.
Experience with IPT district ELL assessment desirable.
Recent demonstrated successful experience providing ELL instruction for newcomers.
Advanced coursework, diploma or degree in special populations (Aboriginal Education, Learning
Services, English Language Learners, Social Emotional Learning) an asset.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and the implementation of high impact
instructional strategies.
Demonstrated ability to plan and organize curriculum, learning spaces, individualized programs.
Demonstrated ability to manage the changing dynamics of a classroom, or small groups of learners.
Demonstrated highly effective interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to
communicate complex or sensitive issues in a positive manner.
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Demonstrated ability to manage themselves, learners and others in a conflict situation.
Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to a team environment and a highly collaborative
atmosphere.
Demonstrated ability to engage learners at all levels.
Demonstrated ability to use assessment as an effective tool for learning and charting progress.
Demonstrated ability to model safe, caring and inclusive behaviour and commitment to the success
of all learners.
Experience working with difficult to reach students and families or students and families in crisis.
Successful recent teaching evaluation or practicum report.
Satisfactory teacher evaluation and/or final practicum report(s).
A highly effective team member.
Eligible for B.C. Certification.
POSTING CLOSES:
DATE: 25 MAY 2015
TIME: 10:00 A.M.