T22057 – Education Centre – Learning Support Teacher

Job title: T22057 – Education Centre – Learning Support Teacher

Job description: Education Centre – Learning Support Teacher

FTE: 0.55 – Temporary

The expected start is August 29, 2022, and will complete on June 29, 2023, or upon the return of the incumbent.

The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Applications received by Wednesday August 24, 2022 at 10:00am will be assured careful consideration.

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 .

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 km², 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 honored and fortunate that our Indigenous friends share their beautiful cultural knowledge and passion with our community and school division, and we are always looking for more opportunities to learn and grow our understanding of the truths of our historical past so we can continue to move toward a positive path of reconciliation and flourish.

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:

Lethbridge School Division is seeking a Learning Support Teacher to support children ages 3 and 4 years old in our Early Education Programs. The successful candidate will support in multiple programs and schools across the Division. They will demonstrate a strong foundation in early learning and positive behaviour supports. We require an individual that is enthusiastic, flexible, and an energetic team player who possesses the following skills:

• Knowledge of early childhood development; and experience programming for young children with identified needs.

• Knowledge and experience to mentor/support Early Learning staff in working with young children with identified needs.

• Ability to support staff with universal, targeted and specialized supports as well as strong experience with positive behaviour support planning.

• Unwavering belief that every child is a capable learner and success occurs through quality instruction, an optimal learning environment and strong relationships with children, families and staff.

Requirements

• Applicants must possess or be eligible to obtain an Alberta Teaching Certificate.

Please note that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted regarding an interview.

Conditions of Employment

In order to ensure and maintain a safe and secure working and learning environment, applicants new to Lethbridge School Division who are offered employment must provide:

• A police information check; including Vulnerable Sector Check from Police Services or an RCMP detachment that does not have any charges or convictions.
• A satisfactory Intervention Record Check from South Region Alberta Child and Family Services.
• Proof of photo identification, may be a valid driver’s licence, provincial identification card as issued by a licensed government registry office, valid passport or Nexus card. If one cannot be provided, a new card must be obtained and proof of application provided within three days of hire.
• Documentation of a valid Social Insurance Number in the employee’s legal name. If valid Social Insurance documentation in the current legal name can not be provided, the successful candidate will be required to obtain a new one within three days of hire.

Benefits

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