Temporary 1.0 FTE District Trades, Work Experience Teacher & Remedy

The successful candidate

will be:Teach and assess courses related to work experience, career education and trade exploration for grade 7 – 12 learnersConduct workplace visits and monitor student progress, safety, and learning outcomesEnsure all required documentation, training and safety certifications are completed prior to placementMaintain accurate records of student placement, attendance, evaluations and course completionPreparation for students to complete Skilled Trades BC standardized written examDevelop and maintain partnership with internal and external groups and agencies, including Skills Canada, Construction Foundation of BC, Skilled Trades BC, industry sector and employer groups and the Ministry of Education and Child CareDevelop and maintain positive partnerships with local businesses, industry partners, and community employers to expand and promote meaningful work experience placement opportunities for students Promote and maintain awareness of dual credit and career-related programs, courses and eventsCollaborate with school staff, parents/guardians, employers, and community partners to support student successEducate school and community partners about transitional linkage between Skilled Trades Employment Program (STEP), Sampler Programs, Work Experience (WEX), Youth Training in Trades (YTT) and Youth Working in Trades (YWT)Network and recruit employers for district events and classroom presentationsDesign, organize and lead district events including but not limited to, Skills Canada, Career Exploration, Find Your Fit, and Guess My Job, Apply for available grants under the direction of the SuperintendentEssential Qualifications:Bachelor of Education is Secondary Education or equivalentBC Teacher CertificationValid First Aid CertificationJourneyperson certification, Red Seal endorsement or related industry experience preferredKnowledgeable of skilled trades, Journeyperson, Red Seal, apprenticeship programs, dual credit programs and workplace learningStrong organizational, communication and relationship-building skillsAbility to work collaboratively with employers, community agencies, and educational partnersAbility to mentor and motivate youth from diverse backgroundsKnowledge of First Nations schools and culturally responsive instructionExcellent understanding of safety, WorkSafeBC regulations, and classroom/shop management skillsFlexibility in scheduling is an asset to support student workplace visits, employer engagement, and work placement coordinationClass 4 driver's licenseFor more information, contact Human Resources at or at 250-283-2241 ext. 8The District will only be accepting applications via the above links. Emailed and/or paper copy applications will not be accepted. If you require any assistance with your application,