T23098 - Fleetwood Bawden Elementary School - Grade 4/5 Montessori Teacher
Lethbridge School Division, Canada
Job Description
FTE: 0.50 Interim Contract.
The expected start date is March 4, 2024, or will be based upon mutual agreement between the division and candidate, and will complete on June 27, 2024.
The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applications received by February 21, 2024 at 10:00 am will be assured of careful consideration.
The School
Fleetwood Bawden Elementary school serves approximately 320 students from Kindergarten to Grade 5 and offers a Montessori program. Grounded in valuing inclusion, community and quality learning, the school is a safe place where students thrive. Literacy, numeracy, and innovative practice are priorities while promoting continual growth for all of our learners through diversity and inclusion. The Fleetwood Bawden community is proud to embrace and promote the philosophy that friendship matters, you learn from your mistakes, you encourage each other, you embrace differences and that working together is better!
For more information on Fleetwood, please visit the school's website at http://fb.lethsd.ab.ca/.
The Division
Lethbridge School Division offers high quality learning experiences over a broad range of programs to meet the needs of learners. Lethbridge School Division embraces diversity in inclusive schools and is known for its innovative culture. The Division employs more than 1,200 staff and assists in serving the educational needs of over 12,000 students within 24 schools in the city of Lethbridge.
Mission
Lethbridge School Division is inclusive, forward-thinking and accountable for engaging students in quality learning experiences that develop strong foundations, innovative minds and responsible citizens.
For a complete overview of our division, you are encouraged to visit our website.
The City of Lethbridge
Lethbridge is located just two hours south of Calgary and close to the Rocky Mountains and U.S. border. It is a family-oriented and culturally vibrant community with many amenities of a larger city. Lethbridge has over 100,000 residents and is one of only a few cities its size with two post-secondary institutions - Lethbridge College and University of Lethbridge. Lethbridge has a robust fine arts community and is renown for the breadth of recreation activities with outstanding facilities. Lethbridge offers more than 70 parks, 140 km of walking and running trails, playgrounds and sports fields throughout the city.
The City of Lethbridge is proud neighbor to the largest First Nation reserve by area in Canada. Kainai Nation (also known as the Blood or Kainaiwa), covers 1,342.9 km, and is located southwest of the city of Lethbridge, north of the town of Cardston, east of Pincher Creek, bordered on all sides of the Oldman, St. Mary and Belly rivers in Alberta. We are fortunate to learn from Indigenous communities and are committed to enhancing our understanding of the truths of our past so we can continue to move towards reconciliation.
Professional Competencies
Lethbridge School Division is looking for individuals who demonstrate:
- Sound understanding of teaching context and contributing variables;
- Deep understanding of subject disciplines taught and pedagogical approaches based on best practice;
- Understanding of planning, assessment and instructional practices;
- Understanding of classroom management strategies that contribute to a positive learning environment;
- The ability to use technology in meaningful ways for teaching and learning;
- Qualities of a reflective practitioner who engages in professional learning aligned with the TQS;
- Commitment to the school community with respect to professional relationships;
- A belief in collaborative practice and teamwork;
- Active contribution to school and student activity, and overall ability to develop effective relationships within the school and community.
Subjects
Fleetwood Bawden is seeking a Grade 4/5 Montessori teacher to join their team. The successful candidates will be enthusiastic, flexible, and an energetic team players who:
- Is a strong literacy and numeracy practitioner.
- Has knowledge of the Montessori program (considered an asset).
- Has strong classroom management skills.
- Has an understanding of differentiated instruction (considered an asset).
Requirements
- Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain an Alberta Teaching Certificate.
Conditions of Employment
In order to ensure and maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment, applicants new to Lethbridge School Di