Temp FT 10 K-1 Teacher 2025-26

Position Description

A temporary full time 1.0 K1 Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective September 1 2025 to June 30 2026. The assignment will be at Wonowon Elementary School.

Wonowon is a rural elementary school located at mile 101 of the historic Alaska Highway 85 km north of Fort St John. The school has five teachers one of whom acts as head teacher. Wonowon Elementary receives district library and administrative support. Wonowon has a student population of 83 many of whom are of RussianGerman background. The school has three classrooms a portable a gym and outdoor play area. See www.wonowon.prn.bc for more information

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
• Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the elementary years level
• Experience with universal design and differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students
• Excellent interpersonal communications collaboration and organization skills
• Experience/training/knowledge of Social Emotional Learning. Demonstrated ability to create a positive classroom community contributing to a safe caring and healthy school where every student feels a sense of belonging
• Strong belief in the philosophy of inclusion and the potential of all students to learn
• Understanding of the BC Curriculum and ability to plan both shortterm and longterm in consideration of class composition
• Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the foundation of enhancing student learning
• Demonstrated use of classroom management practices that are proactive and maintain student dignity
• Demonstrated use of assessment practices that promote student learning and maintain student dignity
• Willingness to work in a remote rural setting

• Willingness to work outdoors in winter months

• Experience working with English Language Learners (ELL)

• Willingness to develop individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of strategies and techniques i.e. differentiated instruction Project Based Learning (PBL) Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

• Willingness to communicate and develop trusting relations with students staff and community

• Experience with Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is an asset

• Strong computer elated skills and an ability to integrate technology into the learning environment

• Commitment to continuous professional learning

• Need to have a drivers license and vehicle

• Experience with winter driving would be an asset

Interested applicants are required to supply

• Three 3 references
• Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate)

Remuneration Package: Recognizing your value and contribution

• $2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas
• $3035 recruitment allowance
• Fully covered premiums: Your benefits our investment for full time employees. Benefits include pension medical dental extended health and group life insurance
• Isolation allowance of $1200.77 paid over 10 months
• On site private accommodations $100 per month utilities)

For more information please contact:

Jaclyn Gieni Principal Wonowon and Upper Halfway 250.261.4904 or

Please note:
All applications with relevant documentation must be made through
Make A Future for consideration for the position.

As a disclaimer teacherage accommodations are subject to availability and some allowances are prorated based on FTE.

About School District 60

School District 60is 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 wellbeing 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 districts 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 FortSt. John BC. Fort St John is 478 km northeast of Prince Georgeand 1237 km north of Vancouver situated near the border with neighbouringAlberta 214 km west ofGrande PrairieAlberta. The regions economy is prosperous and expanding. Fort St John is a city for all seasons and yearround playground for those who like pristine wilderness an active lifestyle cosmopolitan city life and the enthusiasm of an energetic community.

Why School District 60

• 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)

Avenue Fort St John BC V1J 4S4

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