Teaching students at Little Prairie Elementary School. Creating inclusive classrooms. Implementing research-based teaching practices. Supporting student success and well-being. Participating in school initiatives and professional development
Requirements summary
Hold or be qualified for a valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate. Successful K-12 teacher training and practicum or evaluation documentation. Legally eligible to work in Canada. Desired experience in curriculum adaptation, individualized planning, classroom management, and multiage teaching
Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching CertificateK-12 teacher training and practicum or evaluation documentationStrong literacy and numeracy skillsStrong classroom management skillsAbility to work independently and collaborativelyFair, student-focused assessment practicesSuccessful K-12 teacher training and practicum or evaluation documentationExperience working with students with diverse needs and behaviorsExperience teaching in a multiage settingExperience with curriculum adaptation and modificationAbility to develop and implement individualized learning plans
Job description
<p>Effective September 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027</p><p>This position is for
<br></br></p><p>Prep (0.515 FTE)<br></br>Teacher Librarian (0.403 FTE)<br></br><br></br></p><p>Applicants will be considered based on the following criteria in order of preferred qualification:</p><ol><li>Completed a Master’s degree in Library Science/studies or related</li><li>Currently enrolled in and working towards a Master’s program in Library Science/studies or related</li><li>Completed a diploma or certificate in Library Science/studies or related</li><li>Currently enrolled in and working towards a diploma or certificate in Library Science/studies or related</li><li>Willing to enroll in and begin a Master’s degree in Library Science/studies or related upon acceptance of the position</li><li>Willing to enroll in and begin a diploma or certificate in Library Science/studies or related upon acceptance of the position</li></ol><p></p><p></p><p>This position may increase, the successful applicant must be willing to accept the increase.</p><p>For more information, please contact Christi Munch at 250-788-1924.</p><p><br></br></p><b><u>Little Prairie Elementary School</u></b><p></p><p>Little Prairie Elementary provides a warm and welcoming learning environment that fosters 21st century skills. We believe in creating globally aware citizens through Collaboration, Inquiry-Based Learning and Leadership. Our core values are practiced daily through the Habits of the Heart and the Habits of the Mind. The staff at Little Prairie Elementary work collaboratively to actively engage all learners by providing authentic learning experiences.</p><p></p><p> </p><p><strong><u>We are seeking teachers to be a part of our team. </u></strong></p><p>The ideal teacher candidate begins with students at the heart of their practice; teaching the learner, not just the curriculum. They create inclusive classrooms where students of all abilities feel valued, supported, and challenged. We are seeking teachers who are open-minded professionals who collaborate, reflect, and continuously learn to improve their craft. Grounded in research-based practice and guided by care, they strive to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.<br></br><br></br></p><p><strong>Required qualifications and experience:</strong></p><ul> <li>Hold, or be qualified for, a valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate</li><li>Successful K-12 teacher training and practicum or evaluation documentation</li><li>Legally eligible to work in Canada</li></ul><p><strong>Desired qualifications and experience include:</strong></p><ul> <li>Experience with adapting, and modifying, curriculum to meet the needs of students</li> <li>Ability to develop and implement individualized learning plans for students with diverse needs</li> <li>Strong classroom management skills</li> <li>Experience working with students who display a variety of behaviours</li> <li>Strong literacy and numeracy skills</li> <li>Willingness to work and implement school initiatives and goals</li> <li>Capacity to work independently and in collaboration with a team</li> <li>Committed to individualized and group instruction utilizing a variety of effective strategies and techniques</li> <li>Experience teaching in a multiage group setting</li> <li>Engages in fair, student focused assessment practices consistent with the BC curriculum and reporting order, and reflects on evidence of learning to guide instruction</li></ul><p><strong>Why School District No. 59? </strong></p><p>Collaboration, support, contemporary learning spaces and resources are part of the fabric of School District No. 59. Professional Learning Communities, Foundations for Learning and regular professional development are available and readily accessible for all teachers. </p><p>The <a></a> houses thousands of physical and electronic resources for teachers. Additional human resources available to all teachers include support for literacy, numeracy, Aboriginal Education, resource acquisition (Resource Center staff), and student support services. </p><p><strong>Benefits in working for School District No. 59: </strong></p><ul> <li>Relocation
Benefits
Remote and Rural Allowance: Approximately $3,035 per FTE
Additional incentives and benefits as per collective agreement
Relocation Allowance: Up to $5,000
Northern Travel Allowance: Up to $4,000
Allowance: Up to $5,000 for out of district applicants (with submission of approved receipts)</li> <li>Northern
Travel
Allowance: A Great Benefit at Tax Time! An amount of up to $4,000 of the salary paid to the employee shall be designated as a Northern Allowance Travel benefit. This allowance shall be in effect within the guidelines of Revenue Canada as they exist and are changed by Revenue Canada from year to year and shall end when the Revenue Canada program ends. Regular part time employees’ allowance will be prorated proportionate to the hours worked</li> <li>Remote and
Rural
Allowance: Teachers working in School District No. 59 are eligible to receive a remote and rural allowance, which is both an adjustment to the salary grid and an annual allowance of approximately $3,035
per FTE. Teachers on call (TOCs) are not eligible to receive this allowance</li> </ul><p>*The annual allowance may increase as defined within the Collective Agreement with the British Columbia Teachers Federation.</p><p><strong>Did you know?</strong></p><p> Effective December 31, 2025 School District No. 59 teachers are eligible for the <a></a> for up to $30,000. <br></br></p><p>Employees of School District No. 59 qualify for the <a></a>. Learn more about the <a></a>.
If you lived in a prescribed intermediate zone (Zone
B), you can claim:</p><ul> <li>A basic residency amount of $5.50 for each day that you lived in this zone; plus</li> <li>An additional residency amount of $5.50 for each day you lived in this zone if you maintained a dwelling and you are the only person claiming the basic residency amount for that period and dwelling.</li> </ul><p> </p><div> <strong>Please visit <a></a> for more information about teaching in School District #59, incentives and benefits offered and the Peace River South area</strong>
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