SECONDARY STAFFING

MEMORANDUM # 2024 - Summer Session eLearning

RE-POSTING FRENCH VACANCY

NOW OPEN TO CONTRACT AND OCCASIONAL TEACHERS, AND EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

JOB POSTING

SECONDARY SUMMER SESSION TRAVEL FOR CREDIT E-LEARNING FRENCH TEACHING POSITION

(Please note that Summer Session eLearning Job Postings will come out later in May. This ad is specifically for the Career/Civics Travel for Credit Teaching Positions)

All potential applicants for this position are asked to review the following prior to applying:

What is Travel for Credit?

Travel for Credit is a partnership between Limestone District School Board and EF Educational Tours Canada. Students will earn one credit through in-person or virtual classroom learning and a week of exciting, experiential travel. EF Tours guides students to must-see Canadian and international destinations to expand their course knowledge and the teacher accompanies the class on this trip.

When does the course run?

The Careers/Civics Travel for Credit online course runs from Tuesday July 2nd to Friday July 26th, 2024. All instruction is online except for the following days, July 8-15 which are travel days for both the students and the teacher.

Where can I review the LDSB Travel for Credit website?: https://www.eftours.ca/travelforcredit/limestone

SUMMER SESSION TRAVEL FOR CREDIT / E-SCHOOL POSITIONS ARE BEING OFFERED AS FOLLOWS :

1 section of CHV 2O (Civics) / GLC 2O (Careers) en Fran\xc3\xa7ais

Applications are being accepted from interested staff currently employed by the Limestone District School Board for Secondary Summer Session Travel for Credit / e-Learning teaching positions.

These positions will run from Tuesday, July 2nd to Friday July 26th. Teachers will be paid for 110 hours - flexible hours will be required due to the on-line nature of the Travel for Credit / e-learning format.

Please note that successful candidates must be available for the entire Summer Session period to support students through to successful completion of the course.

Successful candidates will be required to attend a training session in June with EF Educational Tours at the EF Tours office in downtown Toronto. Travel, Accommodation and Meals will be paid (as per L.D.S.B. Policy and Procedures) by the L.D.S.B. for attendance at this training. In person training is preferred but a virtual option will be available if absolutely necessary.

TRAVEL FOR CREDIT / E-LEARNING COURSES FOR SUMMER SESSIONS REQUIRE :

1. QUALIFICATIONS:
Intermediate/Senior Qualifications : Candidates should possess relevant qualifications specific to the course they will be teaching.

FSL (French as a Second Language) Qualifications : Required for teaching in the French language section.

2. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instruction, Evaluation, and Reporting:
Provide instruction, evaluate student performance, and report on the course curriculum during both pre-trip and post-trip student engagement.

Continuously engage with students throughout travel days to respective destinations.

Online Interaction:
Pre and post trip days involve online interactions with students. Teachers will communicate, evaluate, and provide feedback on student work submitted during these days.

Availability:
Teachers must be available for all course dates.

D2L Management:
Responsible for managing the D2L (Desire2Learn) shell for assignment submission, marking, and student communication.

Experiential Learning:
Engage students in a unique experiential learning opportunity.

Deliver the D2L-based and experiential-based prepared curriculum, leveraging connections within each courses respective destinations.

Supervision: Group Leader

Supervise the group at all times on tour: The teacher (Group Leader) or a designated Chaperone, must accompany the group at all times, including during meals, sightseeing excursions and optional excursions on tour. For more information on the Group Leader's role in safety on tour, see EF Tours Safety Guidelines for Group Leaders article. The teacher will coordinate with the Principal of Summer Session regarding any student safety/discipline issues.

Emergency Support:
On-call for evening emergency situations to assist EF Tour staff if required.

3. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Passport: Must have a valid passport.

Enthusiastic Traveler: A passion for travel and an enthusiastic approach to exploring new destinations.

Course Offerings: The number of course sections offered is determined by the number of registered participants, in cooperation with the partner organization, EF Tours.

4. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
E-learning instructors for Summer Session are required to:
Digital Classroom Setup: Ensure the digital classroom is prepared and accessible for students before the start of the course (by July 2nd).

Daily Progress Updates: Regularly update student progress within the PRISM e-learning platform.

Student Interaction: Maintain consistent correspondence and interaction with students.

Office Hours: Set designated office hours for live student interaction.

Morning Video Briefings: Teacher will outline student expectations for each day ideally by preparing a brief video each morning within the Brightspace classroom space.

Brightspace Calendar: Utilize the Brightspace course calendar for scheduling and organization.

Parent/Guardian Communication: Contact parents or guardians when a student is absent.

All positions are subject to sufficient enrolment and subject to approval of the Board.

All applications must include:
Confirmation of possessing a current passport

A current resume outlining your experience and key accomplishments

A covering letter clearly outlining how your qualifications and experience relate to the position

A copy of your current Certificate of Qualifications from the Ontario College of Teachers

Application packages that do not include all of the documents as requested above, will be deemed incomplete and will not be given further consideration.

In the Subject Line of your email please state which class or position you are applying for i.e. CHV 2O (Civics) / GLC 2O (Careers) in French

In the opening paragraph of your cover letter state whether you are an OT or contract teacher, your areas of qualification, and any current contract entitlement with LDSB.

Please send applications packages through email to Bryan Lambert at lambertb@limestone.on.ca by 3:00p.m. on June 5, 2024

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Across Limestone District School Board, we are committed to removing systemic barriers not only in recruitment but in retention and promotion as well so that you can see yourself in Limestone. The Limestone District School Board is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring practices that will move us forward in hiring staff who reflect the full diversity and lived experiences within the communities we serve.

We invite and welcome you, through your application, to self-identify as someone who has lived experiences as a member of one or more of these groups and who can bring valuable, diverse knowledge and perspective to our District and the students and communities we serve.

Thank you for your interest in teaching and learning in Limestone. Only those applicants who have been selected for an interview will be contacted and invited to participate in the interview process.

Accommodation will be provided to applicants, upon request, to enable equitable participation in the recruitment process.