The Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre for Education is responsible for the administration of the public school system within the boundaries of Cape Breton and Victoria Counties, supporting approximately 12,000 students in 38 schools.
We foster a caring, dynamic, and creative environment that provides educational opportunities, promotes a love of learning, respect for others and challenges all persons to develop their full potential to become confident, versatile, lifelong learners and thinkers. We are committed to ensuring the success and achievement of all students within a culturally responsive, safe, and inclusive school environment.
The CBVRCE invites applications for the above noted position as we work together to create success for all students in our region. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. The Centre for Education welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Canadian and Other Racially Visible Persons, Members of the 2SLGBTQI++ community, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to apply and self-identify on your application. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the application process may contact Claudette Vickers at 902-562-6812 or c-vickers@cbvrce.ca to request reasonable accommodations.
Application Deadline: Monday June 9, 2025 by Midnight
Required Qualifications
Valid Nova Scotia Teaching Certificate.
Minimum five (5) years of successful classroom teaching experience at the P-3 level within the last seven (7) years. (Recent experience in Nova Scotia is preferred)
Training in Early Literacy Support is considered an asset.
A Master of Education in Literacy is considered an asset.
Applicants must:
upload a completed resume with their application
enter 3 references, one of which is the applicant's immediate supervisor
update Worksite with the name of the school for each entry in Employment at NSSB in Employee File (internal candidates only)
update the Assignment (course and/or grades taught) for each entry in Employment at NSSB in Employee File (internal candidates only
ensure application contains information regarding your leadership experience in literacy and your experience/training in providing PD
Please Note: The following position is for a part of the CBVRCE Voluntary Transfer Process. Only Permanent and Probationary Teachers with CBVRCE should apply to this posting.
EARLY LITERACY INTERVENTIONIST
Job Summary
The Early Literacy Interventionist provides explicit, systematic Tier 2 instruction in foundational reading skills, including intensive phonics and phonemic awareness, to students in grades Primary through Two identified as requiring additional support. Using a structured literacy approach within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), the interventionist works collaboratively with classroom teachers and school teams to enhance student learning, track progress, and promote early literacy success across a family of schools.
This regional position is based at the posted school site, with primary responsibility for a designated family of schools. Depending on student data and needs, the interventionist may be assigned to additional schools or schools outside their family of schools. Assignments may vary annually based on regional requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver daily, structured, evidence-based small group literacy interventions focused on foundational reading skills.
Assess, identify, and monitor students requiring Tier 2 literacy intervention through screeners, diagnostic assessments and progress monitoring tools.
Consult with teachers, administration & other support staff using the TST process for student selection.
Collaborate with primary, grade one, and grade two classroom teachers to ensure consistency in instruction
Track student progress using data-driven methods & maintain accurate records.
Support transition and alignment of literacy instruction across classrooms within a family of schools.
Participate in professional learning to maintain up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based literacy instruction.
Key Competencies
A strong understanding of early literacy development, specifically foundational reading skills (phonics and phonological awareness).
The ability to apply knowledge and experience in the design and delivery of small-group early literacy instruction.
Strong data analysis and progress monitoring skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers, school teams, and families.
Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse student populations.
Reflective practitioners committed to continuous improvement and professional growth.
Glace Bay/New Waterford Family of Schools
St. Anne’s Elementary
Glace Bay Elementary
John Bernard Croak VC Memorial
Tompkins Memorial
Greenfield Elementary
Donkin
Riverview Family of Schools
Coxheath Elementary
Mountainview Elementary
Sydney River Elementary
Riverside Elementary
Marion Bridge Elementary
Robin Foote Elementary
Northside-Victoria Family of Schools
Bras d’Or Elementary
Jubilee Elementary
Ferrisview Elementary
Dr TL Sullivan
Baddeck Academy
Middle River Elementary
Sydney Family of Schools
Brookland Elementary
Shipyard Elementary
Cusack Elementary
Harbourside Elementary
Salary is as per NSTU Provincial Collective Agreement
