0.220 FTE Term Grade 1-6 Music Teacher

School District #8 (Kootenay Lake) is located in the southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada and serves the Lower Kootenay Band and the communities of Kaslo, Meadow Creek, Crawford Bay, Creston, Wynndel, Yahk, Nelson, Salmo, South Slocan, Winlaw, Slocan, and the surrounding rural areas. Our area is beautiful, vibrant, a fantastic place to raise children, has a world-renowned arts and entertainment community, and easily accesses a variety of amazing outdoor pursuits.Kootenay Lake School District serves the learning needs of approximately 4700 students in several diverse communities and in an array of learning environments throughout the Kootenays. Our visionary, creative team of approximately 900 staff focuses on providing the best opportunities for students and their families. Our mission is to inspire and support each learner to thrive in a caring learning environment. The School Board Office is located in Nelson, B.C. Our schools are dispersed geographically and range in size and composition : -13 elementary schools-1 middle school-1 K-10 school-4 secondary schools-2 K-12 schools-online learning and blended programs-an extensive array of program options, including Aboriginal Education, Late French Immersion, Outdoor Programs, and a strong International Program. The annual pay range for a full time teacher is $61,522 to $108,126, with placement on the range based on experience and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.Winlaw Elementary School in Winlaw, British Columbia is a K-6 elementary school and is part of the Slocan Valley Family of Schools with approximately 100 students in five divisions. We are searching for a .220 Term Music Prep Teacher to join our team of professionals in delivering a quality program to our students to our Gr. 1-6 students. Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor of Education at the elementary or secondary level ideally with a Music major (performing arts) in instrumentation and / or choral arts, with music experience at the elementary level.
• A valid BC teaching certificate and current membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch Teachers applying for this position must also possess the following attributes :
• Proven ability as a music teacher in multi-aged settings and grades at the elementary level
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Knowledge of current instructional practices and curriculum
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Experience working as a Music Teacher
• Be able to implement a beginning Gr. 5 / 6 Concert Band
• A demonstrated ability to work with colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to be flexible The ideal candidate will be expected to :
• Work in an atmosphere of collaboration
• Communicate effectively with staff and parents
• Be familiar with BC Ed Plan, school district board goals and school plans
• Implement school wide strategies to support the school board’s student expectations, school and class needs
• Participate in on-going professional development and develop a personal growth plan
• Exhibit a thorough knowledge of K-6 Music in the BC Redesigned Curriculum
• Demonstrate expertise in use of authentic assessment strategies
• Demonstrate a willingness to work collaboratively with others in developing school and district-based initiatives
• Demonstrate knowledge of using technology to support learning For more information on this position –