IB MYP French & / or Spanish Teacher

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will match many of the requirements below. Specifically, they will be a highly motivated teacher who is prepared to go above and beyond in serving our fantastic students. The successful applicant will be a creative self-starter who thrives in having substantial amount of professional autonomy and they will play an instrumental role in shaping our growing school’s future. Qualifications : Subject-related degree, B. Ed. is preferred Possess a BC teachers’ license and be in “good standing” or be able to obtain a BC teachers’ license Legal ability to work in Canada without sponsorship What we are looking for : A caring and passionate teacher who can inspire and engage students while providing rigorous instruction Experience teaching middle school and high school students (Grades 6-12) Demonstrated ability to use technology effectively and to integrate technology meaningfully into teaching and learning Teaching that uses various modalities and is responsive to student needs Demonstrated commitment to innovating and changing teaching practices in response to best-practices, students' needs, and educational research Experience supporting English Language Learners within a mainstream classroom Commitment to developing 21st-century (ATL) skills amongst students within their classes Understanding effective assessment practices and designing learning experiences that supports learning and skill mastery within their subject Exceptional class management skills / strategies that maintains an effective learning environment, provides students with dignity, and builds student self-esteem Willingness to implement school initiatives and engage in school improvement Providing support to colleagues with their professional growth Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, that reveal high levels of emotional intelligence and emotional agility. Assets : Experience teaching in the IB MYP Recent IB MYP French and / or Spanish training Familiarity with BC’s curriculum Training in teaching English language learners Experience living overseas or working in an internationally minded workplace Experience collaboratively planning lesson plans, units of instruction, and interdisciplinary assessments Knowledge and experience with delivering experiential learning, including service and inquiry-based learning Coaching experience (Sports, Outdoor Education, Debate, Model United Nations, Etc.) First aid training Applicants will need to provide : One page maximum cover letter CV / resume Three (3) references Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate or BC Teacher application status and all post-secondary diplomas) Submit application package to [email protected] Application deadline : July 12th, 2024.

• We reserve the right to close early if we find the right candidate.Expected start date : August 26th, 2024Job Type : Full-time, PermanentAt St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is something we take pride in.