Position Description
A temporary full time (1.0) District ELL Support Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective September 8, 2026 to October 2, 2026. The assignment will be at Learning Services and would include working with ELL students at designated schools on a regularly scheduled basis based on district needs, both with in town and rural schools. This position will be dependent on ELL enrollment.
The ELL Specialist Support Teacher provides language assessment services that align with the Ministry of Education & Childcare ELL Policy and district practices, review planning and development of programming as well as reporting on ELL student progress.
The successful applicant would support school-based ELL teachers and classroom teachers with the design and implementation of the student's language acquisition plan. Working in schools with teachers, students and school based teams, planning and delivery of workshops and inservices are part of this role.
Providing direct ELL support in assigned schools and delivery of the school-based ELL program to students will include direct teaching of students, co-teaching and collaboration with classroom teachers.
**Please note that this position involves travel to rural schools**
Our philosophy is consistent with our District’s mission statement, “Together, We Learn” and with that of the Ministry of Education and the Special Education Programs Branch. Our own department’s mission statement, “Achieve ~ Believe ~ Connect!” demonstrates our commitment towards appropriate education and achievements for all children. We love the relevance in our logo! See for more information.
Qualifications and Experience
- Valid
BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
- Experience
working with students with complex needs
- Level
B assessment certification, or willing to obtain
- Demonstrates
excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Computer
literate and able to use a variety of applications for classroom
instruction and required tasks
- Ability
to participate in meetings, workshops and inservices within and beyond the
regular school day to support student learning and/or teaching development
- Ability
to travel to all schools in the district; reliable vehicle to drive in winter conditions
- Commitment
to working with colleagues on staff development activities linked to the
District FESL
- Committed
to individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of effective
strategies and techniques
- Experience
in leadership roles at the school level & experience working with
adult learners is preferred
- Training
in ELL methodology and appropriate approaches to teaching ELL or
additional language acquisition coursework/experience as laid out in the
BC Ministry of Education & Childcare Policy guidelines
- Cross-cultural
communication, strategies, understanding and sensitivity training would be
an asset
- Strong
understanding of curriculum and supporting second language learners
- Ability
to work as part of a team to develop, implement and support on-site ELL
teacher with AIP development, implementation and assessment
- Ability
to plan, organize, and deliver in service sessions for ELL district
teachers that build capacity development in ELL in conjunction with
curriculum team members
- Ability
to attend meetings & host inservices outside the regular school day
-
Experience
and training in balanced literacy approaches, literacy assessment and
literacy across learning areas K-12
Interested applicants are required to supply
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 enrol in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer paid based on FTE.
For more information please contact:
Charmaine Chretien, District Principal Curriculum & Assessment 250-262-6098 or [email protected]
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 within School District 60. 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
Classroom positions available
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
