Teacher, Applied Design, Skills & Technology

Teacher, Applied Design, Skills & Technology, Junior School - Kindergarten - Grade 7

0.5 FTE  Maternity Leave Coverage

Fixed-term contract  from January 14, 2019 - June 26, 2019 with the possibility of extension

At Crofton House School, we inspire girls to discover and pursue their personal excellence from the first day of Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 and beyond.

Bound by a belief in the power of all-girls education, Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our learning community - including you.

Crofton House School is seeking an experienced Junior School teacher to implement the Applied Design, Skills, and Technologies BC Curriculum during a maternity leave from January 2019 to June 2019. You will be part of a collaborative teaching team supporting the positive growth and development of young girls in the Junior School. Fulfill your vision as an educator by joining this dynamic school community with motivated students, abundant resources, inspirational colleagues and supportive parents. Teaching and learning is guided and enriched by the principles of a student-centred, collaborative approach with an inquiry-based focus to deepen learning for young students.  

Responsibilities:

• Implement the revised BC Curriculum, ADST

• Integrate the design cycle into the Kindergarten to Grade 7 program

• Plan, implement and assess design thinking, ideas and fabrication with classroom teachers as partners

• Work as a team with the design lab technician to prepare supplies

• Vision the use of the design space - Ideation and Fabrication Lab with the young learner in mind

• Integrate meaningful technology into the ADST program

• Enhance the experience for diverse learners

• Engage in ongoing teacher professional growth

• Participate in a comprehensive co-curricular program

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience:

• B.C. Ministry of Education Certification

• Bachelor of Education, elementary school focus

• An interest in tinkering and making

• Background, education and passion that highlights the Design Cycle

• Independent school experience an asset

• Demonstrated awareness of the learning styles of girls

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively

• Demonstrated ability to be innovative and flexible

Employment and Application Details:

Employees of Crofton House School receive competitive compensation, including participation in Crofton House Pension Plan (RRSP), and generous support for professional, educational and leadership development. Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada.

Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers  by November 6, 2018.  We will review applications as soon as they are submitted. 

We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

About Crofton House School

Crofton House School is a university preparatory day school for girls from junior kindergarten to grade 12. Set on a beautiful ten-acre campus in Vancouver, we offer an inclusive, supportive community of dedicated teachers, involved parents, and enthusiastic students. Collaborative, student-centred, inquiry-based education and world-class facilities create a unique learning environment where each girl can reach her full potential.