Grade 3 Teacher (HA)

Government of Nova Scotia; Hebbville; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Grade 3 Teacher for a term position. The teacher will be responsible for supporting students and collaborating with staff to enhance learning experiences. Candidates must possess a valid teaching certification and a Bachelor of Education. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy.

Qualifications

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification required.
• Experience teaching grade 3.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support students within the education framework.
• Participate in individualized program planning.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Education

Bachelor of Education - Elementary

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 for the 59,000 residents of Lunenburg and Queens Counties. This area covers 5,250 square kilometres and includes 23 schools.

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

Grade 3 Teacher (HA) - Term - Req# 87237

Date: May 1, 2025

Location: Hebbville, NS B4V 6Y1

Title: Grade 3

Reports to: School Administrator

Location: Hebbville Academy

Application Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 5/19/2025 at 11:59 pm

Effective Date(s): 02/01/2026 - 07/31/2026

Position Type: 100% Term

Description:

The Grade 3 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 - Elementary

Abilities / Competencies:

• Professional development in literacy/numeracy education
• Experience/Competency in UFLI
• Experience teaching grade 3
• 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
• Willingness to engage in continuing education and professional development
• Ability to develop, implement, and monitor individualized programs and teaching strategies based on students' needs
• Ability to employ non-violent crisis intervention techniques
• Ability to demonstrate teaching strategies and coach school staff
• Maintain and promote confidentiality
• Experience in planning and developing training related to students with behaviors of concern
• Ability to work with diverse cultural and racial backgrounds
• Valuing the voice and contribution of others, open to feedback

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Security Checks:

The SSRCE 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 can attach them to your profile/resume.

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

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