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Science Teacher, Grades 9, 11-12, 1.0 FTE temporary

Southeast Kootenay – School District #5

Elkford Secondary School · Elkford, B.C.

Job description

Posting Number: T7-4060315 - Round 2 - ongoing until filled

Description: Science Teacher - Grades 9, 11-12

Location: Elkford Secondary School, Elkford, BC

Contract Type: Full-time Temporary (1.0 FTE)

Salary Range: The starting annual salary for this teaching position ranges from $70,392 to $119,187, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package and pension.

Terms and conditions pursuant to the Collective Agreement between the Cranbrook and Fernie Teachers' Association and School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay).

-Preference will be given to applicants with BC Teacher Certification.

-Must have a degree/formal training and/or teaching experience in subjects and at a level specific to each posting.

Job Summary:

Science Teacher - Grades 9, 11-12

1.0 FTE temporary contract, starting September 14, 2026 or upon completion of the posting process to June 25, 2027, or return of the incumbent.

Must have a degree/formal training and or teaching experience in Science at the Secondary level.

This position is scheduled to include Science 9, Science for Citizens 11, Life Sciences 11, Environmental Science 11, Environmental Science 12 and Psychology 12. Please note that all work will be on site.

Applicants:

All applicants are invited to apply through Make a Future. Applications should include a resume, certificates and preferably at least three (3) current supervisory references.

Note: WHEN APPLYING FOR POSITIONS IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO PROVIDE DETAILS OF THEIRQUALIFICATIONS FORTHE POSITION.

The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review Act. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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With 17 schools in 5 communities we are sure to have something for every lifestyle. With close proximity to Calgary and the United States, your opportunities are as endless as your imagination! Check out our communities and see for yourself the opportunities that will await you with School District No. 5.

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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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AI Summary

What you’ll do

Teach Science 9. Teach Science for Citizens 11. Teach Life Sciences 11. Teach Environmental Science 11 and 12. Teach Psychology 12

What you’ll need

Must have a degree or formal training and/or teaching experience in Science at the secondary level. Preference will be given to applicants with BC Teacher Certification.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Pension
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