Grade 1-5 Movement & Arts Teacher

The Vancouver Waldorf School; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in North Vancouver is seeking a part-time Grade 1-5 Movement & Arts Teacher to inspire a love of learning in children. The ideal candidate will have BC Teacher Certification and experience in Waldorf education. Responsibilities include teaching physical education and arts, maintaining classroom order, and participating in faculty meetings. The position offers remuneration ranging from $53,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year, with benefits including extended health and dental after 3 months.

Benefits

Extended medical and dental benefits after 3 months

Pension match after 1 year

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of Waldorf Class Teaching is preferred.
• Experience working with children aged 6 to 12 years old.
• Compatibility with existing Faculty, volunteers and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan lessons and prepare the classroom.
• Teach Physical & Health Education, Arts Education, and English Language Arts.
• Conduct student assessments and write reports.
• Attend faculty meetings and school events.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Class management

Organizational skills

Fluency in English

Education

BC Teacher Certification

Waldorf Training Certificate

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

Grade 1-5 Movement & Arts Teacher (0.42 FTE)

The Grades 1-5 Movement & Arts Teacher has a passion for Waldorf education and inspires a love of learning in children and youth. Key qualities are strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment across departments. With the responsibility of carrying a class of up to 30 students, the successful candidate will have excellent class management and organizational skills.

Position Summary

The Grade 1-5 Movement & Arts Teacher is responsible for teaching Physical & Health Education, Arts Education including dance Arts, and English Language Arts in Grades 1-5 at the Vancouver Waldorf School.

Within Movement & Arts Teaching, the responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• lesson planning & classroom preparation;
• teaching track classes in Grades 1-5;
• student assessment; and
• report writing.

The Movement & Arts teacher will also be responsible for:

• attendance at faculty meetings;
• school liaison for parents; and
• attendance at all school events and faculty meetings.

Education and Skill Requirements:

• BC Teacher Certification
• 5 years or more of Waldorf Class Teaching is preferred
• Waldorf Training Certificate
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience of working with children 6 to 12 years old
• Competency with word processing
• Compatibility with existing Faculty, volunteers and parents

Terms of employment:

Permanent, part-time (0.42 FTE). Specific days and hours are determined by the employment agreement.

Remuneration: $53,000.00 to $85,00.00/year prorated to FTE based on experience and credentials. Employee benefits include tuition as a taxable benefit, and an Extended Health Benefits Plan, which includes a Dental Plan, Life Insurance Plan, short and long term disability plan, and other health benefits for full time employees.

Location of work:

North Vancouver, BC

Contact Information:

[e-mail]

Benefits:

Extended medical and dental after 3 months of employment; pension match after 1 year.