Temp FT (1.0) French Immersion Primary Teacher (2026-27)

School District 60

Fort St. John

On-site

CAD 73,000 - 119,000

Full time

2 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Recruitment allowance

Benefits under collective agreement

Job summary

École Central Elementary School in Fort St. John, BC, seeks a temporary full-time French Immersion Primary Teacher effective immediately to June 30, 2027. The role is at a Fine Arts K-6 school with strong emphasis on immersion, literacy, and inclusion.

Collaborative planning and professional development are emphasized within a dynamic school community. The successful candidate will hold a BC Teaching Certificate (or be eligible) and demonstrate strong French language skills, classroom

Qualifications

Valid BC Teaching Certificate or eligible to hold one.
Proficiency in written and oral French with a high level of fluency.
Ability to conduct interviews in French with the District's Language Coordinator.
Experience teaching in French or French Immersion at elementary level.
Knowledge of balanced literacy, guided reading, and assessment.

Skills

French fluency

Written French

Oral French

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Classroom management

Differentiation

Inclusion philosophy

Assessment literacy

Technology integration

Education

BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible)

Job description

Position Description

A temporary full time (1.0) French Immersion Primary Teacher is required by School District No. 60 (Peace River North) effective immediately to June 30, 2027. The assignment will be at Ecole Central Elementary School. Ecole Central Elementary School of the Arts is a K-6, Fine Arts French Immersion school located in the heart of downtown Fort St. John, in the beautiful Peace River Valley. We offer an early French immersion program, which begins in kindergarten. Fourteen percent of our students are of First Nations ancestry. Our school has a staffing compliment of 15 teachers and 8 support workers as well a principal, and .3 vice principal, reading support teacher and a .4 librarian. Our school enjoys itinerant access to a range of services. École Central Elementary School is a Fine Arts school and staff appointments will reflect the specific classroom needs and the Fine Arts Programme needs. See for more information.

Qualifications And Experience

Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for)
All applicants will be required to participate in a French fluency assessment (written & oral)
Proficiency in written and oral communication in French
Willingness to have an interview in French with the District's French Language Coordinator
Practicum work and experience teaching in French or French Immersion at the Intermediate level
Ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of a balanced literacy program including guided reading and assessment
Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the elementary years level
Experience with universal design and differentiation to meet the diverse needs of students
Excellent interpersonal, communications, collaboration and organization skills
Experience/training/knowledge of Social Emotional Learning. Demonstrated ability to create a positive classroom community contributing to a safe, caring, and healthy school where every student feels a sense of belonging
Strong belief in the philosophy of inclusion and the potential of all students to learn
Understanding of the BC Curriculum and ability to plan both short-term and long-term in consideration of class composition
Willingness to work in a collaborative model with staff on the foundation of enhancing student learning
Demonstrated use of classroom management practices that are pro-active and maintain student dignity
Demonstrated use of assessment practices that promote student learning and maintain student dignity
Experience and/or course work in teaching a minimum of one Fine Arts strand with the ability to contribute to the overall vision of a Fine Arts school
Integration of computer technology into the learning environment
Committed to working with staff on the school plan and with professional development

Interested Applicants Are Required To Supply

Three (3) references
Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate)

Compensation

$2000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4000 for teachers from other areas
$3,500 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE)
Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $72,720 - $118,770
Benefits as per collective agreement with option to enroll in medical, dental, extended health, and group life insurance. Benefits are employer paid based on FTE

For More Information Please Contact

Joseph Brooks, Principal, Ecole Central School 250.785.4511 or jbrooks@prn.bc.ca

About School District 60

School District 60 is noted for innovative educational practices and excellent cooperative relationships between all educational partners. Our district is made up of dedicated, energetic professionals for whom the achievement and well-being of their students is a first priority. Together we challenge, encourage and support all learners to be responsible for developing their abilities with respect for self, others and the environment. School District 60 is progressive and growing. There are 23 schools in School District No. 60 (Peace River North). The districts schools provide education services to approximately 6000 ethnically and demographically diverse students. School District 60 is located on the eastern side of the Rocky Mountains in the northern tip of the Canadian Prairies in beautiful Fort St. John, BC. Fort St. John is 478 km northeast of Prince George and 1,237 km north of Vancouver, situated near the border with neighbouring Alberta, 214 km west of Grande Prairie, Alberta. The regions economy is prosperous and expanding. Fort St. John is a city for all seasons and year-round playground for those who like pristine wilderness, an active lifestyle, cosmopolitan city life and the enthusiasm of an energetic community.

Why School District 60