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Job description

Kitasoo Community School is seeking a dedicated and passionate High School Teacher to join our team. The successful candidate will teach high school students (grades 8-12) in a variety of subject areas, foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, and contribute to the holistic development of students. As a small, community-based school in Klemtu, BC, we value educators who are adaptable, culturally responsive, and committed to supporting the academic and personal growth of students in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities:

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Instructional Delivery:

Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the BC curriculum in designated subject areas (e.g., English, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, etc.).

Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities, ensuring all students can achieve their potential.

Integrate Indigenous knowledge, language, and perspectives into the curriculum to promote cultural understanding and relevance.

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Student Assessment and Evaluation:

Assess and evaluate student progress using a variety of formative and summative assessment tools.

Provide constructive feedback to students and parents/guardians regularly.

Prepare and maintain accurate and up-to-date student records, including report cards and progress reports.

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Classroom Management:

Create a positive and respectful classroom environment that promotes learning and collaboration.

Implement effective strategies for managing classroom behavior and ensuring student safety and well-being.

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Collaboration and Professional Development:

Work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and the administration to meet the needs of students.

Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices and stay current with educational trends.

Contribute to school initiatives, events, and extracurricular activities.

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Community Engagement:

Build strong relationships with students, families, and the broader community to support student success.

Respect and honor the cultural traditions and values of the Kitasoo/Xai’xais Nation.

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Education and Certification:

Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related field.

Valid BC Teacher Certification or eligibility to obtain certification.

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Experience:

Previous teaching experience at the high school level is an asset.

Experience working in Indigenous communities or remote settings is an advantage.

Applications should be sent to principal@kitasooschool.ca with the subject line: “High School Teacher Application - [Your Name].”

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A cover letter outlining their interest and suitability for the position.

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A detailed resume.

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Copies of relevant certifications.

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Contact information for at least three professional references.

About this occupation

This job is classed under Secondary school teachers (NOC 41220) 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.

Secondary school teachers prepare and teach academic, technical, vocational or specialized subjects at public and private secondary schools. Secondary school teachers who are heads of departments are included in this unit group.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Prepare subject material for presentation to students according to an approved curriculum
  • Teach students using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and laboratory, shop and field studies
  • Assign and correct homework
  • Prepare, administer and correct tests
  • Evaluate progress, determine individual needs of students and discuss results with parents and school officials

Usual requirements

  • Teachers of academic subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is often preceded by a bachelor's degree in the arts or sciences.
  • Teachers of vocational or technical subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is usually preceded by specialized training or experience in the subject.
  • Instructors of trades in Quebec require completion of an apprenticeship training program and industry or trade certification.
  • Department heads usually require several years of teaching experience.

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What you’ll do

Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with the BC curriculum.. Adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.. Integrate Indigenous knowledge, language, and perspectives into the curriculum.. Assess and evaluate student progress using formative and summative assessment tools.. Provide constructive feedback to students and parents or guardians.. Maintain accurate student records, report cards, and progress reports.. Create a positive and respectful classroom environment.. Manage classroom behavior and ensure student safety and well-being.. Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and administration.. Participate in professional development.. Contribute to school initiatives, events, and extracurricular activities.. Build relationships with students, families, and the broader community.. Respect and honor the cultural traditions and values of the Kitasoo/Xai’xais Nation.

What you’ll need

Bachelor degree in Education or a related field.. Valid British Columbia Teacher Certification or eligibility to obtain certification.. Previous high school teaching experience is an asset.. Experience working in Indigenous communities or remote settings is an advantage.. Ability to teach students in grades 8-12 across a variety of subject areas.. Culturally responsive and adaptable approach to education.

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