Windermere Secondary Teacher-Science & ELL (Full-Time Continuing with Benefits)

The Vancouver School Board welcomes applications for the position of :

Grade 8 to10 Science & Career Education Teacher-Windermere Secondary

Continuing Full-Time with Benefits (FTE 1.0)

Semester 1 : 1 block ELL Science, 1 block Gr 8 / 9 Learning Support Program (LSP), 1 block Science 10

Semester 2 - 1 block ELL Science, 3 blocks Science 10

THE ORGANIZATION : VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39)

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x?

m?θk??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) Nation, and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation.

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.

Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships.

The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts.

Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important.

As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey.

In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community.

For more information about our school district, visit https : / / www.vsb.bc.ca /

POSITION DETAILS :

The Learning Support Program provides a two-year secondary program offering an adapted / modified core curriculum, remediation, and coping strategies for Grade 8 and 9 students with diagnosed Learning Disabilities.

The goal of the program is to support academics and assist students in developing compensatory learning strategies. The successful candidate will deliver modified / adapted Science 8 and 9 in this block.

SCHOOL AND PROGRAM PROFILE :

Windermere offers a wide range of courses and programs to meet the needs of the diverse student population. Our school goals are to encourage the development of self, community, and culture.

Staff work collaboratively with one another and within departments on the school goals and the implementation of the curriculum.

We provide students with many opportunities in the areas of leadership and community engagement.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor of Education

Qualifications and / or successful teaching experience in secondary school sciences.

Qualifications and / or experience with ELL instruction and Special Education.

Skills to differentiate instructional practices to meet the needs of diverse learners and engage students for success.

Skills to Implement the curriculum and assessment frameworks using innovative instructional and assessment practices.

Work collaboratively with colleagues in goal setting within the department at Windermere.

Participate cooperatively in our school community to achieve the goals of the Windermere School Plan.

Your application MUST include :

Cover letter

Resume Reports / Evaluations

Recent Grads - Your Final Practicum Report(s)

Experienced Teachers - A recent Teaching Evaluation

Do not include lesson observations, self-assessments, mid-term or anecdotal reports

3 Professional References-names, email addresses and phone numbers of your last direct principal(s) / supervisor(s) / manager(s).

Colleagues, friends, family are not accepted.

BC Teaching Certificate

Transcripts

Work Permit (if applicable)

We do not notify unsuccessful applicants or respond to inquiries regarding the status of an application.

Applicants will be contacted directly if we are interested in moving forward or if an application requires additional information.

HOW TO APPLY :

1. Register on Make a Future : http : / / www.makeafuture.ca

2. Create a profile

3. Click on Job Postings then click Search

4. Select the Job you are qualified for

5. Answer ALL job posting questions then click Apply

6. Upload ALL supporting documents

7. You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted

Additional Information for Applicants :

As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board ( VSB ) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act ( FIPPA ), RSBC 1996, c.

165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position.

It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and / or contact you about the next steps in the job competition.

Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application.

Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email [email protected] .

The VSB has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s. 42(3) of the Human Rights Code.

Under this special program, the VSB seeks to preferentially hire Aboriginal persons to a variety of teaching positions. Therefore, each applicant may wish to provide, on a voluntary basis, information whether they self-identify as an Aboriginal person.