Temp PT (0.5) Grade 8 Math / Science / PE / Behaviour Support / Tutorial Teacher (2024-25)

Qualifications and Experience

Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate (or eligible for) Qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach the identified subjects at the middle 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 with adapting and modifying curriculum to meet the needs of students Ability to develop and implement individualized education plans for a diverse spectrum of student social, emotional and learning needs for students with complex learning profiles. Ability to use a wide variety of instructional strategies, assessment practices and resources to support and accommodate individual differences and to effectively manage a personalized learning schedule. Ability and knowledge with Middle School Philosophy and Practice including teacher advisory group, Social / Emotional Learning / (FRIENDS / TRIBES, Mind Up, Cognitive Coaching, Restorative Justice, Circle Talks) Knowledge of materials and strategies appropriate for supporting students with ADHD, FAS, and behaviour disorders Knowledge / experience in working with critical incidence responses, safety plans, crisis prevention, emergency plans, risk and threat assessment Strong desire to collaborate with colleagues to develop best practice Working knowledge of ethical procedures and guidelines Ability to work with teachers, students and / or parents in a problem solving capacity Ability / experience to contact and liaise with outside agencies Knowledge / experience with student scheduling Ability to coordinate transition initiatives for upcoming and outgoing students Interest and willingness to coordinate student leadership programs Interest and willingness to coordinate support groups for students Ability / experience in behaviour support and intervention (Functional Analysis of Behaviour, Behaviour Intervention Planning Experience teaching students with designations who are experiencing a variety of learning and behavior issues Interested applicants are required to supply Three (3) references Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate) Compensation $2,000 relocation allowance for teachers from BC, AB and Yukon and up to $4,000 for teachers from other areas $2,947 recruitment allowance (paid over 10 months of the school year, based on the FTE) Salary as per collective agreement. Current salary grid is $63,492 - $108,576 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