Guide teachers to collect and analyze data and develop action plans in response to determine student needs;
Provide individualized, classroom-based support to implement comprehensive program. This will include modeling of best teaching practices;
Work with the principals to create a school-wide focus on goals for reading achievement;
Complete monthly status reports for the principal and district administrators;
Research and provide information and guidance regarding a range of effective and innovative literacy practices through various activities such as:
Individual discussions (informal and formal)
Coaching sessions
Demonstration lessons with pre- and post-discussions/analysis
Study Groups
Evaluate student achievement and assist with placing students in appropriate intervention and support services;
Effectiveness and progress work collaboratively with teachers and colleagues to share ideas and strategies that will keep students interested and motivated in learning;
Assist teachers so that students perform well on assessments,
overall reading skills and L.A. curriculum;
Assist with year plans, lesson content, teaching materials and resources;
Liaise closely with E.L.A. teachers and provide advice and assistance related to lesson plans;
Assist teachers to prepare and review lesson plans, as well as selecting learning materials that will engage students interest and help them learn more effectively/efficiently;
Incorporate language arts fundamentals into reading and writing exercises;
Present demonstration lessons to E.L.A. teachers.
Requirements: Minimum Bachelor of Education Degree;
A minimum Skilled A Teaching Certificate;
Minimum of 5 years successful teaching experience in Literacy, and/or experience as an English Language Arts teacher;
Valid Class 5 Drivers License;
Must be able to provide a recent and satisfactory Drivers abstract, Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check;