INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR TEMPORARY SECONDARY SUMMER SCHOOL GUIDANCE TEACHER Summer school relies on dynamic staff who are committed to creating an engaging environment that helps students to develop and apply their skills in an exciting way.REPORTS TO: Summer School Coordinator

DURATION: Commencing April 29, 2024, ending August 7, 2024, during workday hours.

REMUNERATION: $42.86 subject to increase (inclusive of vacation and statutory pay, to a maximum of 115 hours, and paid by timesheet)

LOCATION: Bluewater Education Centre, Chesley (April to June) and East Ridge Community School, Owen Sound (July and August) with option of remote work some days

JOB DESCRIPTION: The summer school program is committed to providing quality education for every student in a safe and caring learning environment. As a summer school guidance teacher, you will provide support, including education and career counselling, for students enrolled in summer school courses, and who are working towards achieving their Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Grade 9, 10, 11, and 12 courses will be offered virtually through the Ontario eLearning Consortium and may include students from across the district and province. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide education and career counselling to students

Tracking of student achievement in Aspen

Timetables for students, including tie-back codes for co-operative education students

Support students in navigating Ontario College Application Services (OCAS) and/or Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) websites and processes to complete their applications to post-secondary education

Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, and community agencies

Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: A teacher in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers

Guidance and career education qualifications

ASSETS: Current or previous experience in a school-based leadership role

Commitment to the K-12 learning continuum

Sound philosophy of education and strong working knowledge of the Ontario Curriculum, Growing Success, Learning for All, and the School Effectiveness Framework

Experience with Aspen and Excel

Experience using Office 365 and an understanding of Brightspace

Excellent leadership, communication and organizational skillsJOB REQUIREMENTS: Access to a reliable vehicle.

Clean vulnerable sector police check.

Eligible to work in Canada

ELIGIBILITY:

First Consideration: Applications from members of OSSTF District 7 Secondary Teachers Bargaining Unit

Second Consideration: All other applicants

All eligible interested applicants are encouraged to apply and will be considered should there be no fully qualified applicants. APPLICATION PROCESS: Include document titled 'Last Name, First Name Experience' which includes the applicants OCT certificate and related teaching experience as well as any other relevant information.

We thank everyone for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Questions regarding this posting should be directed to: Kim Harbinson

Learning Services Administrator Student Services

Kim_Harbinson@bwdsb.on.ca Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff. Accommodation

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process. Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.