Middle School Design and Technology Teacher

Job Level
Academic position
Job Category
Teacher / Instructor
Sector
  • Technology
  • Applied Tech (STEAM / Maker / CS / Design)
Job Status
Areas of Responsibility
  • Instructional Technology
  • Innovation / Design

Aspengrove School, a JK-12 IB Continuum school, is inviting applications for the position of Middle School Design and Technology Teacher-Leader. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic educator with a passion for design, innovation and technology literacy. A collaborative approach to teaching and learning, and committed to excellence in the classroom, this person will bring a range of skills and experiences to the position that will allow him/her to work across divisions, with students and teachers both inside and outside of the classroom. This position combines a teaching load with leadership in technology integration. This position is a great opportunity for someone interested in joining a deeply committed community of educators.
QUALIFICATIONS

  • BC Teacher Certificate
  • Related teaching experience

DESIRED QUALITIES AND COMPETENCIES

  • Knowledge of BC and IB Design Technology
  • Understanding of current educational practices in differentiated instruction
  • Strong communication, teamwork and instructional skills
  • A record of encouraging, nurturing, and supporting students’ love of learning
  • Collaborative orientation
  • Experience in program development and change management
  • Passion for innovation and excellence in teaching and learning

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • prepare for, teach, support and supervise students
  • provide feedback on student progress in the form of assessments, reporting and conferencing
  • participate in the co-curricular programs
  • attend all required meetings and professional development activities
  • work collaboratively with colleagues to integrate technology in the classroom
  • mentor and support teacher and student development with technology
  • review, research and advise on software decisions
  • participate in planning for the future learning commons and design labs
  • support school integration of technology and tech systems

Interested applicants please send cover letter and resume to Head of Shool, Jo-Anne Kingstone: jkingstone@aspengroveschool.ca by May 15th, 2017.