Middle (Grades 6-9)

School District 23: Central Okanagan; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking dedicated educators for full-time and part-time teaching positions in Middle Grades (6-9). Candidates should possess a valid British Columbia Teaching Certificate and be prepared to collaborate effectively in a team environment. Applicants with innovative teaching practices and experience in inclusive education will be preferred. The starting annual salary ranges from $57,972 to $106,217 based on qualifications and experience. Applications must include a cover letter, resume, and references.

Qualifications

• Applicants must possess a British Columbia Professional Teaching Certificate.
• Willing to work in a collaborative/team environment implementing BC's Education Plan.
• Prepared to use technology for planning and communication.

Responsibilities

• Implement BC's Education Plan and Redesigned Curriculum.
• Participate in the district Strategic Plan.
• Work towards School and District goals.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Technology utilization

Classroom management

Differentiation and inclusion

Strong interest in innovation

Education

Bachelor of Education degree

British Columbia Professional Teaching Certificate

Job description

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls over 25,000 students (including approximately 3,200 students who self-identify as having First Nations, Metis, and/or Inuit ancestry from Canada). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 50 school sites with 32 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (K-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation of providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for students and staff. We believe equity empowers each learner to thrive, holistically.

Middle (Grades 6-9) Vacancies

The Central Okanagan School District No. 23 (Kelowna, B.C.) is looking for dedicated and enthusiastic professional educators for Full and Part-Time temporary contracts, and Teacher Teaching on Call positions.

Applicants Must

• possess a British Columbia Professional Teaching Certificate;
• be willing to work in a collaborative/team environment to implement BC's Education Plan and the Redesigned Curriculum;
• be prepared to participate in the implementation of the school level Collaborative Model of Support and the district Strategic Plan;
• be prepared to use technology (e.g.: computers, Smartboards, digital portfolios, voicemail, e-mail, web sites, MyEd BC) for planning, attendance monitoring, communication, classroom instruction and reporting purposes;
• be prepared to work positively towards the fulfillment of the School and District goals;

Preference Will Be Given To Those Applicants Who

• have two years of successful classroom teaching experience;
• have a strong background in middle school philosophy, core values and educational practices;
• have experience in differentiating and providing inclusive learning opportunities that reflect the unique needs and interests of all students;
• have training/experience in the use of Quality Assessment practices (e.g.: differentiated instruction, criterion-referenced grading, Assessment For, As and Of Learning);
• have additional professional experience and/or post-secondary courses in adolescent learning;
• have a strong interest in innovation and inquiry;
• have Indigenous ancestry (as per Special Program with the BC Human Rights Tribunal);

Please complete an on-line application and include a cover letter, resume, Undergrad degree and Bachelor of Education degree along with corresponding transcripts, BC teaching certificate, TQS card, practicum or evaluation reports, and letters of reference.

The starting annual salary for this teaching position ranges from $57,972 to $106,217, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Please contact Leanne Zorn at to inform her of your completed application.