Who are we?

Over the past 20 years, Aberdeen Hall has become a top-level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700 preschool to grade 12 children.Aberdeen Hall has a 13-month contract opportunity available in our High School Learning Strategies Department from February 2025 to March 2026, please note that this position has the potential for an extension beyond the 13 months. (position profile can be found here).

The High School Learning Strategies Coordinator works collaboratively to provide a variety of support for students, teachers, and parents. Under the direction of the Division Principal, and overseeing members of the High School Learning Strategies Department, this individual will ensure that all stakeholders have a good understanding of how best to guide students towards meeting their learning goals. The High School Learning Strategies Coordinator will provide leadership in the Learning Resource vision of the School, and on ways to support the diverse behavioral, emotional, and academic needs of students.

We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity, and kindness. You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable, and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities

What makes us different?

Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community-spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life, and a wide range of after-work activities. Aberdeen Hall provides Competitive Compensation at an annual rate of $65,195 to 110,498 inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of teaching experience and education level Open and collaborative culture

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP contribution of 8% for employees that invest 4% of their salary

Personalized professional development plans

Newly built inspiring campus setting

Well-established mentorship program

Innovative and progressive approach to teaching

Low student/teacher ratios Success Factors

B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or equivalent

Knowledge of BC Special Education policies and guidelines, along with Special Education qualifications, are an asset.

Experience in an Independent School (asset)

Ability to contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of an IEP in consultation with teachers, parents, students, and community resource personnel.

Understanding how to support diverse learning styles at a grade school level.

Demonstrated experience as an enthusiastic, innovative, and caring educator, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion in all its many dimensions.

Demonstrated understanding and experience with the BC Curriculum and pedagogical approaches.

Experience in co-planning with teachers to ensure students needs are addressed and appropriate accommodations are applied effectively.

Computer Skills: Google Classroom, docs, sheets, slides and Gmail

Known to model the highest standards of professional practice and interactions with all stakeholders

Ability to understand the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in building trust and contributing to a positive working atmosphere across the School community

Known to communicate, negotiate, collaborate, and build partnerships effectively As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we strive to welcome students, families and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.

The successful applicant to our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation and excellent long-term potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Please forward your resume and cover letter that includes the first and last name and number that your BC teaching certificate is listed under to: Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources at humanresources@aberdeenhall.comTo learn more about us visit www.aberdeenhall.com