School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

We invite applications for the temporary position of: 1.0 FTE Grades 10-12 Online Learning Teacher: French & Spanish

The successful candidate will demonstrate: Oral, written and cultural fluency (mastery level) in two or more modern languages beyond English

Recent, substantive experience, training and education related to the design and instruction of modern languages within an online learning environment at the elementary and secondary school level

Experience working with the delivery of modern languages through Rosetta Stone and Brightspace

Advanced skills in maintaining an online classroom, digital portfolios, blogs, and websites

Advanced skills in supporting assessment for learning (AFL) assessment practices and documentation for students, parents and educators

A portfolio of recently designed successful, online learning courses

Dedication and experience developing and implementing online learning platforms within the modern languages portfolio (Brightspace, Skype, Google Hangouts, Collaborate, Zoom, Teams) to enhance student learningNavigate/NIDES teachers guide successful learning by providing personalized, online learning courses using diverse instructional technology. Navigate teachers commit to working online and face-to-face with students, colleagues and parents. Teachers actively

research, develop and maintain advanced online curriculum and support blended instruction in classrooms, learning centers, and through tutorials. They teach multi-age groups of students province wide & work onsite at a Comox Valley School.

The successful candidate will demonstrate: Ability to create and manage online courses, assignments, assessments and resources incorporating current pedagogical frameworks (i.e. project based, personalized)

Ability to work with and provide tutorial support for students online and in person

Ability to support students with course adaptations and I.E.P.s

Ability to utilize the following online tools: Brightspace (or equivalent online learning management system), MyEd, Seesaw, Mathletics, Learning A-Z, Zoom, TeamsOur educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and social competencies. Our educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry. As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalize learning. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the districts commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.

Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/SD71_BCTF_Salary_Grid_2024

To Apply:

School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, students and community, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: hr@sd71.bc.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume with supporting documentation and three (3) professional references through www.makeafuture.ca/comox-valley. Only applicants with a complete application package may be considered.

We sincerely thank all applicants for considering us an employer of choice. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Review Act.

Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)

An Equal Opportunity Employer