French Language and Literacy Support Grades 1-6

The Abbotsford School District is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the of the Stó: lo people, the Semá: th First Nation and Mathexwí First Nation. With this, we respect the longstanding relationships that Indigenous Nations have to this land, as they are the original caretakers.

Why Abbotsford?

Located under an hour from Vancouver, the Abbotsford School District is settled in the heart of the beautiful Fraser Valley and surrounded by spectacular mountain views.

Why the Abbotsford School District?

Every day, in every classroom and office throughout the Abbotsford School District, our employees provide a world-class, innovative educational experience for over 19,000 students. We believe that teachers continue to be drawn to the collaborative and supportive work environment that we provide. We have extensive professional development supports for new teachers, ranging from mentorship programs to leadership programs, and numerous career-pathing opportunities.

Working in public education is both challenging and rewarding, but at the Abbotsford School District we truly believe that every one of our employees has the opportunity to help children learn, grow and succeed.

Summary

The French Language and Literacy support teacher provides language and literacy support to elementary and middle French Immersion schools. The FLLST use a collaborative approach with the classroom teacher and learning support services teacher to address the language and literacy needs of the gr. 1-6 students. The FLLST works alongside the classroom teacher identifying the language and literacy needs of all students and how best to meet them using research-based literacy instruction in the regular classroom.

The FLLST work collaboratively with the classroom teacher, co planning, co teaching, modelling, and co learning. Where students may need additional tier 2 literacy supports, the FLLST collaborates with teachers to help provide small group, targeted intervention.

The FLLST works with the FIM staff in up to three schools over the 5-month period.

Education & Experience

Elementary/Middle training with learning support or early literacy training

Elementary/Middle teacher training with French Immersion practicum experience

Major or diploma in early literacy, learning disabilities or diversity education

Experience teaching a continuum of skills in all areas of literacy instruction: of phonological awareness, decoding, fluency, comprehension, etc.

Satisfactory teacher evaluation and/or final practicum report(s)

Experience working with Late French Immersion

Eligible for B.C. Certification

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to demonstrate fluency in written and spoken French, plus a good working knowledge of English

Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of the (Elementary/ Middle) French Immersion program

Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of a balanced literacy program including guided reading and assessment

Teaching Competencies

All teachers are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
**Communication & Interpersonal Skills**: Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others in a tactful, compassionate and respectful manner.

**Organization & Planning**: Ability to plan and organize for effective instruction, differentiation and assessment

**Classroom Management**: Create and maintain an optimal learning environment for each student while managing student behavior and classroom dynamics.

**Facilitation & Engagement**: Ability to capture and maintain students’ interest, effort, participation and enthusiasm for both the content and the process of learning

**Assessment & Coaching**: Utilize balanced assessment and feedback to improve student learning including the use of formative and summative assessment strategies.

**Collaboration & Teamwork**: Collaborate with others to achieve group goals and objectives

**Caring & Inclusiveness**: Create and maintain an environment that is caring, inclusive and supportive of all students

**Flexibility & Adaptability**: Demonstrate flexibility in our ability to adjust and adapt to changing circumstances

How to Apply

**Current School District Employees**: ams.abbyschools.ca