POSTED: November 5, 2024

CLOSING DATE: November 10, 2024

COMPETITION: 2024-117

INTERMEDIATE TEACHER

Full-time (1.0 FTE) position

West Bay IB World School

Effective immediately until June 30, 2025The annual salary for a full-time teaching position ranges from $59,711 to $109,520, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement. The salary will be prorated based on FTE.Required Qualifications and Experience

A full-time teaching position is available at West Bay IB World School teaching lower intermediate. The successful applicant for this position must possess a Certificate of Qualification from the Teacher Regulation Branch and demonstrate evidence of the following: have a clear understanding of the characteristics of the intermediate student and the ability to develop a positive learning environment addressing the intellectual, physical and emotional needs of this age group, preferably in an IB PYP classroom;

be willing to collaboratively plan units of inquiry to be taught through a guided inquiry approach;

have demonstrated ability and experience to teach, assess and plan an intermediate program, preferably with successful experience with the Primary Years Program;

be willing to attend on-going training and professional development for the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program;

possess strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills and proven ability, commitment and drive to work co-operatively and effectively with other educators in a collegial team setting;

possess familiarity with a Universal Design for Learning approach and a deep commitment to providing the supports and encouragement for all students to be successful;

knowledge and experience in adapting learning objectives and strategies to meet the needs of English Language Learners at varying levels;

experience and a clear understanding of social and emotional learning and self-regulation;

knowledge and proven experience in the area of technology including the ability to integrate various technologies into the curriculum, modes of assessment, and adapting curriculum;

the ability to use formative assessment practices to improve student achievement with emphasis on the BC Curriculum and web-based platforms;

effective classroom management skills that are student-centered and focus on relationships and authentic connections;

a strong commitment to positive and consistent engagement and communication with parents and other stakeholders;

be familiar with, and have an interest in, supporting the goals outlined in the West Vancouver Indigenous Enhancement Agreement.

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.How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume via www.makeafuture.ca under West Vancouver Schools. West Vancouver Schools is committed to an accessible recruitment process and is able to provide accommodation as required for applicants with identified needs. If you require any accommodations at any point during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at hr@wvschools.ca. We thank all interested applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.