Information Communication Technology Teacher

The Creative Arts and Applied Skills Department at Crofton House School is distinguished by extraordinary teachers who provide a collaborative, inquiry-based, and student-centered approach to teaching. Through the the Crofton House School educational program, students develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The teaching facilities are well equipped and offer bright and technology rich environments. 

As an experienced, skilled, and innovative teacher of ICT / Computer Science (including digital design and programming), you inspire students. You are actively engaged in planning, implementing and assessing student learning. You are confident in curriculum development and demonstrate an approach to teaching that is reflective of the way in which girls learn. You optimize the resources available to you. You support all learners with diverse strategies and approaches and bring innovative solutions to learning challenges experienced by students. Your classes are student-centered and dynamic. Students, members of your department, colleagues and parents describe you as approachable, available, knowledgeable, genuine and supportive. You are energized by what you do. You understand the importance of parents as partners in their daughter’s education by maintaining open and collaborative relationships with the parent community. As a lifelong learner, you demonstrate a commitment to actively seeking professional development. You participate actively in the life of the school.

You will find the school to be a professional learning center. In addition to spending an engaging day with students who are genuinely interested in learning, thinking and playing, teachers are provided with the gift of time as part of their daily schedule to plan and work collaboratively with others. 

Responsibilities:

• Bring a student-centered, inquiry-based and collaborative approach to the delivery of the B.C. curriculum of Applied Design, Skills, and Technology, specifically Information and Communications Technologies

• Work collaboratively with teachers in the Senior Schools to plan, develop, implement an extraordinary learning experience for each individual student

• Build relationships with teachers and staff across the school community.

• Engage in the Teacher Professional Growth Plan

• Be an active and positive participant in the co-curricular program by providing support for the Robotics Club

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience:

• Relevant university qualifications preferably at the graduate level (e.g. Bachelor of Education plus, Computer Science, or equivalent)

• B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or Independent School Certification qualification criteria

• Experience in an independent school is an asset

• Experience teaching Information Communication Technology or Computer Science, specifically Java

• Experience teaching Advanced Placement courses is an asset

• A comprehensive understanding of current educational practices outlined in the BC Ministry of Education documents

• Knowledge of the interconnected nature of STEM subjects and an interest in connecting with teachers in other disciplines to develop of STEM experiences for students.

• A passion for design thinking, robotics, coding, artificial intelligence, virtual reality and other cutting edge technologies

• Knowledge of differing learning needs and a toolbox of strategies for facilitating student success in the study of design skills

• Knowledge of the current research on girls and learning

• An ability to work in a collaborative environment

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, time-management and communication skills

• A commitment toward continued professional development and growth

• Energy, commitment and a readiness to participate in the co-curricular program

Employment and Application Details:

Classes begin in September 2018 following teacher orientation in late August 2018. 

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 April 6, 2018. We will review applications as soon as they are submitted. Interviews will begin in early April. 

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