ELL Assistant - James Fowler High School - Area 2 - Jobs in Calgary, AB

Job Description

MissionThe Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over 131,000 students and 15,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold. Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The CBE encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.Competition InfoCompetition Close Date: Monday, February 6, 2023 @ 11:59PMCalendar: 10 Month, TraditonalSalary: Staff Association, Grade C, $21.32 to $28.43 per hourFTE: 0.8571, 30 Hours per weekPosition DescriptionResponsibilities

• Providing an appropriate model of academic English Language Learning through direct assistance in individual, small group, or classroom settings.
• Assisting in the design and implementation of ELL programming to improve English Language Learners communicative competence and academic performance (listening/understanding, speaking, reading and writing).
• Assisting students to adjust to the Canadian social environment and school setting through orientation activities.
• Assisting families in completing and understanding forms and/or documents.
• Assisting with collection, distribution and preparation of instructional and assessment materials to support students’ English language development.
• Providing practice activities to reinforce the language used in classroom experiences and lessons.
• Communicating information about the school and school programming, student achievement to the parents/guardians of ELL students. Receives information that may impact the student’s programming.
• Sharing observational data about student progress with the teacher, learning team, and parents/guardians.
• Performing other related responsibilities as assigned.

QualificationsEducation and Experience

• High school completion supplemented with English as a Second Language (ESL)/ELL Level I Training Certificate or the equivalent education in the provision of ESL/ELL services.
• ESL/ELL certification level II preferred.
• One year of related experience working with children.
• An equivalent combination of directly related post-secondary education and directly related experience may be considered.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Proficiency in another language is an asset.
• Understanding of specific language and cultural background of students being served.
• Success in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to work effectively as an active team member in cooperation with other school personnel, parents/guardians, therapists, instructional resource personnel, and students.
• Ability to establish trust and rapport with students.
• Comfort and competency working with personal computers and other technologies to support student learning.
• Commitment to life long learning and willingness to regularly enhance skills and knowledge for professional development.
• Good organizational skills, time management skills and pacing skills to support student scheduling.
• Ability to respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity.
• Strong verbal, listening and communication skills.
• Personal suitability.

Conditions of EmploymentPolice Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.Be Part of Our SuccessA career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.What happens nextWe thank all candidates for their interest in this position however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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