Online Grade K-9 Educator (Learning Consultant)

SelfDesign Learning Foundation; Vancouver; Remote; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The SelfDesign Learning Foundation seeks Online Grade K-9 Educators (Learning Consultants) for a flexible, remote role supporting personalized education in British Columbia. Successful candidates will collaborate with families to design individual learning plans, engage in regular communication with learners, and manage educational assessments. This role offers part-time opportunities with a focus on learner-centered education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with learners in grades K-9 required.
• Prior experience in personalized learning environments is preferred.
• Must successfully complete an online orientation before start date.

Responsibilities

• Creating and monitoring personalized learning plans for each learner.
• Providing weekly support through written updates and video conferencing.
• Maintaining assessment records and issuing learning updates.

Skills

Inclusive practice

Achievement orientation

Attention to detail

Computer and digital literacy

Online facilitation skills

Cultural humility and inclusion

Education

B.C. Certified teacher in good standing

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Online Grade K-9 Educator (Learning Consultant)

Team: SelfDesign Learning Community (SDLC)

Contract Posting #: SD1812025ED

Posting Date: June 12, 2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Contract Opportunity

Online Grade K-9 Educator (Learning Consultant)

Team: SelfDesign Learning Community (SDLC)

Team Lead: Principal of SelfDesign Learning Community

About SelfDesign

As a Provincial Online Learning School-Independent with the B.C. Ministry of Education and Child Care, SelfDesign enables learners to complete K-12 by exploring their passions and taking the lead in their own learning and life, as described in our With personalized guidance from B.C. certified educators, learning unfolds at home and within local and online communities.

The SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that operates several programs including one of the largest distributed online learning schools and personalized learning programs in British Columbia,

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity.

Summary Of The Opportunity

SelfDesign Learning Community has an immediate need for online grade K-9 educators (called Learning Consultants) for the 2025-26 learning year. We welcome applications from B.C. certified teachers with a background in grades K-9, and a desire to work in a unique online learning environment in support of learners from grade K-9. There are part-time opportunities available.

Our K-9 Learning Consultants (LCs) work collaboratively with families to craft a unique learning plan for each learner based on each individual's interests and passions. LCs have weekly communication with learners/families regarding progress towards learning plan goals and assist learners in deepening their interests by offering strategies and other supports. In addition, LCs maintain records in order to inform their seasonal assessments and support learners with self-assessment.

Work Environment

We are a remote organization.

LCs K-9 set their own hours of work. They may meet with learners/ families via video-conferencing at mutually agreed upon times.

Timelines

Contract start date: August 1, 2025

Contract end date: July 31, 2026

Remuneration

Learning Consultants are paid on a per learner basis of $2031 per learner per year for the 2024/25 learning year. 2025/26 per learner rates are being reviewed and will be published in July.

To Respond To This Opportunity

Read the contract details below. Interested applicants please apply

In Your Cover Letter Detail

• Why you are interested in this opportunity.
• Your availability, particularly if you have other commitments.
• Evidence of previous educational experience in a comparable work environment.
  
  

We look forward to receiving your response. Responses will be reviewed as they are received.

Contract Details

Oversight

You will work at the direction of the Team Lead listed above, and in close collaboration with the Educator Services team.

Services Required

• Creating and monitoring a personalized learning plan for each learner
• Weekly teacherly support of learning (once weekly, combination of written and video conferencing)
• Guiding and supporting families with Learning Resources and Services (LRS) budget allotment
• Weekly maintenance of learner assessment records
• Learning updates (report cards)
• Participate in regular mentor-led orientation, meetings and workshops
  
  

Competencies

• Inclusive practice
• Achievement orientation
• Attention to detail
• Heart-centered relational capacity
• Computer and digital literacy
• Online facilitation skills
• Flexible and timely
• Cultural humility and inclusion
• Receptivity to mentorship
  
  

Experience and Credentials

• Experience working with learners in grades K-9
• Experience and/or interest in learner-centered education
• Experience and/or interest in personalized, passion-based learning
• Experience and/or interest in Distributed Learning (DL)
  
  

Mandatory requirements

• B.C. Certified teacher in good standing
• Prior to being contracted, applicants must successfully complete an online orientation prior to the August 1, 2025 start date. This orientation supports deeper learning about SelfDesign philosophy and approach, and connects new educators with their mentors.
• All contractors are required to take the SelfDesign online orientation courses.
  
  

About SelfDesign

SelfDesign Learning Foundation (SDLF) is a registered charity and non-profit organization that operates several programs including one of the largest distributed learning schools and personalized learning programs in British Columbia, SelfDesign Learning Community. SelfDesign enables learners to complete K-12 by exploring their passions and taking the lead in their own learning and life. With personalized guidance from B.C. certified educators, learning unfolds at home and within local and online communities.

Working with us

We facilitate lifelong learning and holistic personal growth with programs, opportunities, and support for people of all ages, with an emphasis on choice and self-direction.

We Provide Access And Support For Our Main Applications

• SelfDesign Connect for mail, calendar, contacts, notes, instant messaging, phone
• Google Drive, Docs, and Sheets
• Zoom for video meetings/conferencing.
  
  

You Provide And Use

• Your own securely set-up computer
• Reliable and secure internet connectivity
• Your own workspace in an environment that ensures privacy, security and confidentiality.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Education

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