CLOSING DATE: May 15, 2024

COMPETITION: 2024-09

OUTDOOR CONNECTIONS TEACHER

Part-time (0.125 FTE) Term position

West Vancouver Schools District Program*

Effective September 3, 2024 until June 30, 2025The annual salary for a full-time teaching position ranges from $50,000 to $104,000, with placement on the range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement. The salary will be prorated based on FTE. Required Qualifications and Experience

A part-time (0.125 FTE) teaching position is available within our WVS District and Academy Programs . This position is for one block of Outdoor Connections in the afternoon on Day 1.

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following: Experience in Outdoor Education and a passion for teaching in the outdoor environment;

Evidence of appropriate qualifications and experience in teaching Physical Health Education in a secondary context;

Experience in leading youth on outdoor trips, including kayaking, hiking, cross country skiing, sailing, snowshoeing and Outdoor Survival skills;

Wilderness First Aid Certificate and/or other Outdoor Training Certificates would be an asset;

Have a love for the outdoors and an understanding of Leave no Trace principles and environmental stewardship;

Flexible schedule with the willingness to teach later 3-4 times a month on Wednesdays and Thursdays after school hours;

Willingness to participate in two multi-day outdoor trips;

A willingness to work collaboratively with the Outdoor Connections Teacher to plan and deliver the program;

An ability to use a variety of teaching and learning strategies that can accommodate the learning needs of all types of learners;

A proven ability to develop a positive learning environment in the classroom and evidence of strong organization and classroom management skills;

Strong communication, organization and assessing student learning skills;

Hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate.

Why West Vancouver Schools? West Vancouver Schools has a long-held reputation for excellence and innovation.

Join a team that aspires to provide the finest educational experience in the country.

Employee growth takes high priority

Various professional development opportunities

Comprehensive extended health and dental plan

Overall employee wellness initiatives

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume via www.makeafuture.ca under West Vancouver Schools. West Vancouver Schools is committed to an accessible recruitment process and is able to provide accommodation as required for applicants with identified needs. If you require any accommodations at any point during the recruitment process, please reach out to us at hr@wvschools.ca.We thank all interested applicants; however, only short-listed

candidates will be contacted.