5th posting - Grade 7 ELA, Grade 9 PE, Grade 8 and 9 Health & Backfill (NGRHS)

Government of Nova Scotia; New Germany; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education provider is seeking a dedicated Junior High Teacher to join their team. This role focuses on teaching Grade 7 ELA and Grade 9 Physical Education while fostering an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification and a Bachelor of Education, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and problem-solving skills. You will play a crucial role in supporting diverse learners and collaborating with families and staff to enhance educational experiences. If you are passionate about education and committed to professional growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification required.
• Bachelor of Education with a focus on Secondary Education.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support students within the inclusive education framework.
• Collaborate with school staff and families for individualized program planning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor of Education - Secondary

Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification

Major or Minor in ELA

Major or Minor in Physical and Health Education

Job description

South Shore Regional Centre for Education

The South Shore Regional Centre for Education (SSRCE) practices a culturally responsive pedagogy approach in providing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, safe, and healthy education that supports learning and success both personally and academically to the 59,000 residents of Lunenburg and Queens Counties, an area of 5,250 square kilometres, and a total of 23 schools.

Regional Centres for Education have Employment Equity Policies and/or processes and actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African Nova Scotian, African Canadian, and African ancestry, and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please ensure that you complete the self-identification portion on the application.

5th posting - Grade 7 ELA, Grade 9 PE, Grade 8 and 9 Health & Backfill (NGRHS) - Req# 86904

Date: April 14, 2025

Location: New Germany, NS

Title: Grade 7 ELA, Grade 9 PE, Grade 8 and 9 Health & Backfill (NGRHS)

Reports to: School Administrator

Location: NGRHS

Application Deadline: 05/04/2025 at 11:59pm

Effective Dates: 04/22/2025 - 06/30/2025

Position Type: Substitute 100%

Description

The Junior High Teacher is responsible for teaching and supporting students within the South Shore Regional Centre for Education. The Teacher will work within the Inclusive Education Policy framework by participating in individualized program planning with school staff and families to maximize learning experiences for students.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification
• Bachelor of Education - Secondary
• Major or Minor in ELA
• Major or Minor in Physical and Health Education

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Professional development in Phys-ed and ELA
• Experience teaching Phys-ed and ELA 7-9
• Ability to promote and maintain confidentiality regarding records and documentation
• Excellent communication (written, oral, electronic), problem solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with school and inter-agency teams to support early intervention strategies, coordination of services, problem solving, and program planning
• Proven ability to work as a contributing member of school program planning and multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of culturally responsive pedagogy
• Current knowledge of developmental trauma and its impact on learning, communication, and social engagement throughout the lifespan
• Willingness to engage in continuing education and professional development
• Ability to maintain and promote confidentiality
• Experience in planning and developing training and professional learning opportunities related to students with behaviors of concern
• Ability to work effectively with diverse cultural and racial backgrounds
• Value the contributions of others and remain open to constructive criticism

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Security Checks

The South Shore Regional Centre for Education requires all newly hired employees to provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check and Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Checks. If you have current checks less than 3 months old, you may attach them to your profile/resume.

To apply, complete the online profile/resume. Attach your resume, security checks, and reference letters if applicable. Note: Failure to include references may delay processing.

Thank you for your interest. Appointments will be made according to Article 47 of the Teachers Provincial Agreement. For more information, visit our website.