High School Writing Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

High School Writing Teacher

Do you love writing? Eager to help students succeed in their writing?

Gain valuable teaching experience! Oxford Learning - Kitsilano is looking for an upbeat and dynamic Writing Specialist teacher who has experience teaching High School Essay writing and Literature and wants to work in a rewarding teaching environment.

Our teachers can expect a steady income teaching the subjects they love! Our individualized programs offer support for students looking to improve their writing skills in English. Our class sizes are small, with a maximum of three students per teacher. We provide all of the curriculum and rely on our teachers to interpret, explain, and guide our students to understanding and connecting with the material. All instruction is done at our centre so there is no need to spend your valuable time travelling to each student's home.

Position Requirements

Teacher-Tutors at Oxford Learning work during after-school and evening hours (Mon-Fri 3 : 30pm - 7 : 00pm) as well as occasional Saturdays (10 : 00am - 1 : 00pm). A commitment until the end of the school year is preferred. Continuing through the summer is even better. Your students will love working with you, and being reliable is a must.

This role is in-person. You must be able to commute to this location. This is not an online position. No relocation package is offered. Vulnerable sector screening is mandatory.

We encourage you to apply if you have the majority of the following requirements :

Education :

• University degree / Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field (Master's degree preferred)
• BC Teaching certification an asset
• Good knowledge of the current Grade 7 to Grade 12 curriculum

Experience :

Some experience teaching / tutoring at a Grade 7 to Grade 12 (or equivalent) level

Superb written and oral communication skills in fluent, native English

Deliver engaging and interactive lessons to promote student participation and understanding

Dynamic, energetic and outgoing personality

Highly organized, with the ability to multitask and balance working with up to three students at a time

Responsibilities (Position Details) :

You will work directly with students as an Interactive Coach with the following responsibilities :

Teaching up to 3 students at a time at different levels

Teaching online and in-person

Following the Oxford Learning methodologies and philosophies

Filling in post-lesson notes

Completing daily student communication updates

Maintaining a friendly and professional manner at all times

Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Smiles, High-Fives & Happy Students

In this position, you will play a key role in helping students develop their self-confidence and self-esteem. The rewards of helping children overcome academic hurdles and realize their inner potential can be very fulfilling. You will be rewarded with smiling faces and high-fives during every shift. Other rewards of the role include :

fun staff events

ongoing training opportunities

frequent check-ins and feedback

company growth opportunities

hands-on development of your teaching skills

Job Type : Part-time

Salary : $20 - $21 / hour

Benefits :

Dental care

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Schedule :

Evenings (15-20 hours / week)

Monday to Friday

Saturday availability

About Oxford Learning

Oxford Learning is a Canadian supplemental education provider helping students get better grades since 1984. Offering a full range of programs for students of all ages and abilities, Oxford Learning uses the science of cognitive learning to help all students develop stronger learning skills they can rely on for life!

Are you the superstar teacher-tutor we have been searching for? Apply now!

Oxford Learning Kitsilano

306-2083 Alma St., Vancouver, BC

Applicants must reside in or within a short commute of the Vancouver area.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the team at Oxford Learning Kitsilano; however, only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.