POSTED: August 4, 2022

CLOSING DATE: August 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm

COMPETITION # 2022-76

 

DIGITAL DESIGN & UPPER INTERMEDIATE TEACHER 

0.56 FTE, Part-time position

Caulfeild iDeC Elementary School

Effective September 6, 2022 until June 30, 2023

 

 

Caulfeild iDEC embraces innovative learning spaces that value student choice and flexibility along with inquiry-based learning and the ubiquitous use of digital tools for just in time learning.

 

Required Qualifications and Experience

 

The successful applicant for this position will demonstrate the following:

 

• Current knowledge and recent successful experience and training at the intermediate and primary levels;
• A clear understanding of the components of professional practice including planning and preparation, classroom environment, instruction, and professional responsibilities.
• Experience with Google Apps for Education, Freshgrade, and other relevant digital platforms;
• An understanding of the SAMR model and an ability to use a variety of digital tools that reflect the various stages;
• Willingness to teach in a non-traditional learning space where micro-environments as well as student choice and flexibility are valued;
• Experience and confidence with trans-disciplinary and concept-based learning;
• Commitment to working with colleagues to develop a Program of Inquiry over the course of the school year;
• Commitment to a collaborative model of teaching and weekly collaboration sessions focused on the development of student learning within units of inquiry;
• Demonstrated experience emphasizing the learning process through formative assessment strategies;
• Experience differentiating instruction to the meet the learning needs of all students at all levels;
• A clear understanding and proven ability to create a positive learning environment that utilizes self-regulation strategies to address the intellectual, physical and emotional needs of the age group;
• Demonstrated ability to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners, including ELL students;
• Excellent communication skills working with students, staff and parents to ensure continuity for student learning by regularly communicating and collaborating;
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a thriving school community;
• Effective classroom management skills that are student centered and focus on relationships and authentic connections with knowledge of restorative practices;

 

Why West Vancouver Schools?

 

West Vancouver Schools, the premier place for learning, has a long-held reputation for excellence and innovation. Our motto endorses our vision that we aspire to provide the finest educational experience in the country – for our children, our employees, our community and our world. We support this vision in the work we do, and the drive to be the first and best is clear, both inside and outside the organization.

 

We thank all interested applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.