Math, Science, Physical Health Education & French

St. Clement's School; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a passionate School Teacher to inspire and educate Grade 8 students in Math, Science, Physical Health Education, and French. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, contributing to the growth and success of over 19,000 students. With a strong emphasis on professional development and mentorship, this position promises a fulfilling career path in public education. Join a dedicated team that values inclusivity and adaptability, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners. If you are ready to embrace this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Major/minor in Mathematics and Science required.
• Experience teaching at the Middle School level is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 8 Math, Science, Physical Health Education, and French.
• Collaborate with a partner to share a classroom of 60 students.

Skills

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Organization & Planning

Classroom Management

Facilitation & Engagement

Assessment & Coaching

Collaboration & Teamwork

Caring & Inclusiveness

Flexibility & Adaptability

Education

Major/minor in Mathematics

Major/minor in Science

Teacher training at Middle School level

Fluency in French

Kinesiology major/minor

Job description

The Abbotsford School District is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Mathxwí First Nation. With this, we respect the longstanding relationships that Indigenous Nations have to this land, as they are the original caretakers.

Why Abbotsford?

Located under an hour from Vancouver, the Abbotsford School District is settled in the heart of the beautiful Fraser Valley and surrounded by spectacular mountain views.

Learn more about the Abbotsford community: https://tourismabbotsford.ca/ - www.thefraservalley.ca

Why the Abbotsford School District?

Every day, in every classroom and office throughout the Abbotsford School District, our employees provide a world-class, innovative educational experience for over 19,000 students. We believe that teachers continue to be drawn to the collaborative and supportive work environment that we provide. We have extensive professional development supports for new teachers, ranging from mentorship programs to leadership programs, and numerous career-pathing opportunities.

Working in public education is both challenging and rewarding, but at the Abbotsford School District we truly believe that every one of our employees has the opportunity to help children learn, grow, and succeed.

The starting annual salary for this full-time School Teacher position ranges from $61,838 to $108,458, with placement on the July 1, 2024 Teacher Salary Grid based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach Grade 8 Math, Science, Physical Health Education, and French with a partner in a pod, sharing 60 students.

*This opportunity is a temporary UFN contract, which is subject to change or cancel before June 27, 2025. In the event the teacher returns to work (work-hardening, part-time, full-time) before the end of the school year, the duration and/or FTE of this temporary assignment will be amended. The successful applicant must accept the reduced work week (amended to a part-time contract) but will have the option to remain in a temporary 1.0 FTE contract by working as a Priority TTOC on other days until June 27, 2025.

Education & Experience

• Major/minor in Mathematics, Science
• Experience teaching Mathematics, Science at the Middle School level
• Major practicum work in French Immersion
• Ability to demonstrate fluency in written and spoken French, plus a good working knowledge of English
• Teacher training at the Middle School level with major/minor in Kinesiology
• Practicum work in Physical Health Education at the Middle School level
• Experience teaching Physical Health Education at the Middle School level
• Successfully complete and maintain non-violent crisis intervention certification
• Eligible for B.C. Certification
• Satisfactory teacher evaluation and/or final practicum reports

Teaching Competencies

All teachers are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others in a tactful, compassionate and respectful manner.
• Organization & Planning: Ability to plan and organize for effective instruction, differentiation and assessment.
• Classroom Management: Create and maintain an optimal learning environment for each student while managing student behavior and classroom dynamics.
• Facilitation & Engagement: Ability to capture and maintain students’ interest, effort, participation and enthusiasm for both the content and the process of learning.
• Assessment & Coaching: Utilize balanced assessment and feedback to improve student learning including the use of formative and summative assessment strategies.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Collaborate with others to achieve group goals and objectives.
• Caring & Inclusiveness: Create and maintain an environment that is caring, inclusive and supportive of all students.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility in the ability to adjust and adapt to changing circumstances.

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