English Language Learner; ELL Teacher

POSTING DATE: January 6, 2026

School: Oliver Elementary School & School District

Posting: #36 - 2025/26

Position: English Language Learner (ELL) Teacher

Appointment: 1.0 FTE Temporary (0.2 FTE School District & 0.8 FTE Oliver Elementary School)

Duration: January 23 to mid-March or return of incumbent not to exceed June 30, 2026

• Education degree plus English Language Learner specialization (3 upper-level courses including ELL methodologies) including a university course in Level B assessments, theory and practice;
• Recent successful classroom teaching experience in adapting curriculum;
• Ability to carry out norm-referenced assessments level B;
• Lead in the development, implementation and evaluation of Annual Instruction Plans in consultation with team members;
• Ability to model, teach and foster social, emotional and cultural awareness;
• Knowledge of current 21st century pedagogy and assessment practices;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to the professional community at the school and district level;
• Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational and classroom management skills;
• Ability to integrate technologies and digital citizenship into educational programs;
• BC Professional Teaching Certificate and current eligibility for Teacher Qualification Service card.

Closing Date for Applications: 3:00 PM, January 12, 2026.

Please review and follow Application Guidelines on our website. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

All interested candidates (internal and external) are invited to apply to School District No. 53 teacher postings!

Teacher Pay is based on years of experience and TQS category (link).

Postings are filled in the following order:
1) re‑engagement (currently on layoff),
2) by employer‑initiated transfers,
3) by qualifications/seniority,
4) returns from leaves (when not placed in former position), and
5) applicants without seniority. Re‑engagement and employer‑initiated transfers may occur before, during, or after the posting process.

For further information please contact the principal at (250) 498‑3468.