Teacher on Call (TOC)

Diamond School is accepting applications for qualified Teachers' Teaching on Call at the elementary, middle, and secondary levels (all subject areas).

Position : Teacher on Call (TOC), Kindergarten to Grade 12

Reports To : Principal or Vice Principal

Department : Elementary and High Schools

Supervises : Students, Educational Assistants / Resource Teachers, and volunteers, if assigned

Interfaces with : Students, parents, teachers, senior leaders, admin staff, volunteers

Position Rationale and Goal :

The Teacher on Call (TOC), Kindergarten to Grade 12, provides coverage for teacher absences. The K to 12 TOC is a qualified and experienced teacher, and a flexible and open-minded individual, who will add value to the school community by performing the role of teacher across all grades as needed throughout the year.

Ideal Candidate Profile and Qualifications :

Candidates for any position at the school are expected to possess :

Strong communication skills in English, both spoken and written

Strong organizational, communication, administrative and interpersonal skills

The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Qualifications should include :

BC teacher certification

A university degree with a teaching emphasis or completion of a teacher preparation program

For this position, the ideal candidate will have :

A professional commitment to becoming an outstanding teacher

Prior teaching experience at both elementary and secondary levels

Key responsibilities :

Completes temporary teaching assignments, typically on a day-to-day or short-term basis, as required from Kindergarten to Grade 12

Implements lesson plans provided by teachers, ensuring the integrity of academic time, and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate

Organizes students, their materials, and the learning environment for effective instruction

Takes attendance and documents daily notes

Prepares a brief written daily report to the classroom teacher(s) being covered

Maintains and respects the confidentiality of student, staff and school information

Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies

Supervises students effectively to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities

Requests clarification of classroom rules and procedures, if necessary

Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate person immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible

Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the classroom or building

Demonstrates flexibility and open mindedness when working with students, staff and parents from across a variety of grades levels and subject areas

Complies with and supports school policies and procedures

Performs other related duties as assigned by the building administrator(s) in accordance with school policies and procedures

Application Process :

Please include the following with your application :

Cover Letter

Resume

Academic Transcripts

Practicum and / or Evaluation Reports

Two (2) professional references