T2526-406 1.0 FTE Temporary Primary Teacher

Comox Valley Schools - School District 71; Area B (Lazo North); On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An inclusive educational institution in British Columbia is seeking a 1.0 FTE Primary Teacher. The successful candidate will create engaging learning opportunities aligned with the BC Curriculum and focus on fostering critical thinking and collaboration among students. This position requires a strong commitment to inclusion and Indigenous principles of learning. Salary is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation.

Benefits

Promotes diversity and inclusivity

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching across the BC Curriculum.
• Commitment to working collaboratively in a small teacher team.
• Ability to incorporate Indigenous ways of knowing.
• Experience with place-based and project-based learning.

Responsibilities

• Create hands-on learning opportunities aligned with BC Curriculum.
• Support educational objectives and student growth.
• Foster active participation using nature as a learning tool.

Skills

Creativity

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Social competencies

Engaging learners

Personalized learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Overview

School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

We Invite Applications For The Temporary Position Of

• 1.0 FTE Primary Teacher
• This assignment will begin as noted above or upon leave of the incumbent and will end June 30, 2026 or upon return of the incumbent.

The teacher will work to create hands-on learning opportunities which align with BC Curriculum, support educational objectives, and extend academic/social emotional growth. The educator will use the Core Competencies to guide assessment and program development with a focus on Airport School's Growth Plan to enhance applied mathematics and inclusion. As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to support learning.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and social competencies across the curriculum.
• Incorporates the First Peoples Principles of Learning and Indigenous ways of knowing.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to working collaboratively as part of small teacher team advancing methods in curriculum integration, place-based and project-based learning.
• Personalization of learning
• Has experience or is excited to learn and implement a Learning to Play classroom environment.
• Experience, fostering active participation and using nature's resource as tools for learning.

Additional Context

Our educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and social competencies. Our educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry. As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalize learning. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the district’s commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.

Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/SD71_BCTF_Salary_Grid_2024

To Apply

School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, students and community, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume with supporting documentation and three (3) professional references through Only applicants with a complete application package may be considered.

We sincerely thank all applicants for considering us an employer of choice. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Review Act.

Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)

An Equal Opportunity Employer