Job Description

Roadways Literacy Academy Saskatoon Inc. is a private school & tutoring studio in Saskatoon, SK, specializing in students who learn in different ways. We understand not only the challenges but also the unique gifts that some children possess. Although most of our students have a Specific Learning Disability, namely dyslexia, no matter what the diagnosis (or lack of diagnosis), we strive to work with each child's uniqueness, meeting students where they are on the learning pathway, and facilitating their journey with our expertise and compassion.

Roadways Literacy Academy is an elementary/middle School with an enrollment of approx. 50 full time students (Gr 1- Gr 8) and 100 plus tutoring students with the intention of future growth. If you are an individual who is looking for a small student to instructor ratio and looking to really make a difference in a student's life, then this position is for you.

Roadways is excited to be expanding our staff and are accepting applications for the position of a Teacher (Grade 4 Level).

Teachers in this role will be responsible for developing lesson plans, IEPs, and report cards along with other responsibilities. We are looking for strong individuals who can be leaders in our school and community and alter learning strategies to those of their students. An individual with a special passion in the field of special education would feel very much at home in our environment.

Hours

: Full-time starting as soon as possible; Monday to Friday

Salary

: Subject to experience, qualifications, and level of instructional requirement

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor of Education

Requirements

:

Applicants will have:

1. An understanding of Saskatchewan curriculum requirements and adapting the curriculum for children with diverse abilities

2. Ability to work well with others

3. Experience in program planning (daily, weekly, and monthly)

5. Willingness to communicate and meet with parents/caregivers to provide regular updates on student progress

6. Flexibility and understanding when schedule changes happen and new students are admitted

7. Creativity (programming, classroom decor, special events)

8. Willingness to support extra-curricular school activities (e.g. camps, field trips, student plays, etc.)

9. More than 1 year of hands-on experience working with children in a teaching environment

10. Skill with technology; Zoom and Teams for meetings

11. Willingness to be an ambassador for our school

12. Input to the team to help shape the growth and direction of the school

This position is truly a unique teaching opportunity, we offer group benefits, continued professional development, specific on the job training and advancement opportunities, as well as an excellent team environment.

If this opportunity aligns with your passion for being an outstanding educator of children, please email your resume and cover letter to the attention of Sheila Erickson, Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person