English Language Learning Teacher, Grades K-12, 0.50 FTE temporary

School District 5 Southeast Kootenay; Canada; Remote; CAD 35,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Pension

Job summary

School District No. 5 Southeast Kootenay is seeking an English Language Learning Teacher for Grades K-12 on a 0.50 FTE temporary contract. The position is on-site and runs from November 19, 2026 to December 18, 2026.

Preferred BC Teacher Certification; ESL/EAL experience at the K-12 level is required, with two years of teaching experience considered an asset. The role will serve Elk Valley communities, including Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie and Jaffray.

Qualifications

• Preference for BC Teacher Certification.
• Must have a degree or formal training and/or teaching experience relevant to the posting.
• Must have ESL/EAL experience for K-12.
• Two years of teaching experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• On-site teaching in English Language Learning for K-12.
• Engage students and manage a 0.50 FTE schedule.
• Collaborate with district staff under the collective agreement.

Skills

ESL/EAL

English language teaching

Educational planning

Education

Degree or formal teaching training

Job description

Posting Number: T7-4079508 - Round 1

Description: English Language Learning Teacher - Grades K-12

Location: District (Elk Valley)

Contract Type: Part-time Temporary (0.50 FTE)

Salary Range: The starting annual salary for this teaching position ranges from $35,196 to $59,593, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package and pension.

Terms and conditions pursuant to the Collective Agreement between the Cranbrook and Fernie Teachers' Association and School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay).

• Preference will be given to applicants with BC Teacher Certification.
• Must have a degree/formal training and/or teaching experience in subjects and at a level specific to each posting.

Job Summary

English Language Learning Teacher - Grades K-12

0.50 FTE temporary contract, starting November 19, 2026 or upon completion of the posting process to December 18, 2026.

Must have a degree/formal training and or teaching experience English Language Learning or English as a Second Language at the K-12 level. Two years of experience would be considered an asset.

This is a District position, and will support the Elk Valley communities of Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie and Jaffray. The schedule for this position is still to be determined. Please note that all work will be on site.

Please note: Continuing teachers will need to vacate their continuing assignment in order to accept a temporary assignment, unless the FTE is greater in the temporary job posting.

Applicants

The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review Act. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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