Elementary Classroom Teacher (Primary/Intermediate)

School Overview

Surrey Muslim School is a K–6 independent Islamic school located in Surrey, BC. We strive to provide a nurturing and academically enriching environment for students by blending British Columbia’s curriculum with universal values rooted in Islamic principles. We welcome staff and students of all backgrounds and faiths and celebrate diversity in our school community.

Job Description

We are currently hiring a passionate, caring, and dedicated Elementary Teacher who can deliver engaging lessons and inspire students to reach their full potential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong classroom management skills, thoughtful lesson planning, and the ability to meet the diverse needs of learners through differentiated instruction.

Qualifications

• Obtained a Bachelors of Education from a Canadian university
• Holds a valid teaching license (from a CANADIAN province) or is in process of obtaining one
• Major in French and fluency equivalent to a native speaker in both written and oral French - (Core French Teacher)
• Possess excellent classroom management skills
• Knowledge of BC Primary/intermediate curriculum (preferred)
• Relevant experience in primary/intermediate classrooms (an asset)
• Respects the Islamic faith and culture General Responsibilities
• Design unit plans and daily lesson plans in accordance to the BC curriculum requirements
• Employs a variety of instructional methods that are holistic in nature.
• Is able to differentiate their teaching to meet the diverse learning needs of their students.
• Takes a proactive approach to classroom discipline and understands how to constructively resolve student conflict, disruptions or misbehavior

Upon the initial telephone interview and subsequent review of the candidate’s skills and accomplishments, the following documents will be required to complete the application process:

• Valid Teaching Certificate from a Canadian Province OR Valid BC Teacher Certificate/proof if in process
• Recent Criminal Record Check
• Official undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts
• Teaching evaluations (for experienced teachers)
• Two letters of reference.

Benefits:

Extended health care

Work Remotely

No

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

License/Certification:

• BC Teaching Certificate (preferred)

Work Location:

In person

This job is classed under Elementary school and kindergarten teachers (NOC 41221) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Elementary school and kindergarten teachers teach basic subjects such as reading, writing and arithmetic or specialized subjects such as English or French as a second language at public and private elementary schools.

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