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Secondary Technology Education

Richmond – School District #38

Hugh McRoberts Secondary · Richmond, B.C.

Job description

This position will consist of three blocks of Technology Education (Woodwork Levels 1-4, Computer Assisted Design Levels 1-2, and Grade 8 Tech Ed wheel). Applicants are expected to work in a collaborative environment and to have demonstrated such ability. Flexibility and the ability to adapt practice, strategies and/or curriculum to respond to students’ needs is essential. The successful candidate for this position must possess current academic and professional preparation and recent teaching experience in this subject and at various levels.

In all classes there will be a wide range of student levels and ages, and the ability to teach all groups using differentiated instruction and project-based learning will be essential. This assignment is wide-ranging and will require a teacher who can adapt curriculum to help students with varying experience and skill levels meet with success.

Flexibility and the ability to adapt practice, strategies and/or curriculum to respond to students’ needs is essential. The successful candidate for this position must possess current academic and professional preparation and recent teaching experience in this subject and at various levels.

The students in all classes at McRoberts will range from those who are highly skilled in a curricular area to those with limited language abilities, exposure, and awareness. A demonstrated ability to engage with students from diverse cultural and language backgrounds and with a wide variety of learning needs and styles is required. Recent work experience must reflect a commitment to collaboration and teamwork and a willingness to work closely with other colleagues in a professional and supportive environment. An interest in and commitment to the school-wide literacy plan is expected.

McRoberts Secondary is a dual track English/French Immersion school. McRoberts prides itself on supporting the growth of the whole person, with a focus on learning, inclusion, student voice and social-emotional wellness. Our staff works collaboratively to strengthen the school culture to ensure everyone is working towards a common goal of creating a welcoming and supportive community for all students that prioritizes the well-being and success of every student. We also want all staff to support the goals in our School Learning Plan and contribute to the School Framework for Enhancing Student Learning which includes a significant emphasis on Literacy.

The successful candidate for this position must have current academic and professional preparation as well as teaching experience in Technology Education at the secondary grade levels. Applicants must have a Professional teaching certification from the Ministry of Education and Child Care.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

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

Teach Woodwork Levels 1-4, Computer Assisted Design Levels 1-2, and Grade 8 Technology Education.. Adapt curriculum, strategies, and practices to meet varied student needs and skill levels.. Use differentiated instruction and project-based learning.. Engage students from diverse cultural and language backgrounds and with varied learning needs.. Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a supportive school environment.. Support the school-wide literacy plan and School Learning Plan.

What you’ll need

Current academic and professional preparation in Technology Education.. Recent teaching experience in Technology Education at secondary grade levels and various levels.. Professional teaching certification from the Ministry of Education and Child Care.. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work as part of a team.. Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction to diverse student needs.. Ability to teach students with varied experience, skill levels, language abilities, and learning styles.

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