Primary Years Teacher - FTE
Fraser Valley School is a non-denominational independent school in Surrey, BC. Our aim is to provide students with a challenging academic education, emphasizing critical and compassionate thinking and a life-long love of learning. FVS is a small school with a vibrant community—we seek candidates that value the professional and appropriate connections with students and their families and understand that every child matters.
Job Description- Full Time Teacher (Grade TBD) Commences ASAP - June 2024
Fraser Valley School is looking for a full time PYP Teacher to support the Primary Years Programme.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Work collaboratively with others to plan and deliver programming using the PYP framework
- Design and facilitate learning experiences and engagements that inspire, engage, motive, and challenge learners
- Develop a caring classroom environment with positive relationships at the core
- Monitor, guide, give feedback and assess student learning using a range of tools and strategies
- Communicate effectively and regularly with colleagues, students, and their families
- Attend and participate in school functions and events
- Supervise students at recess and/or lunch breaks
- Lead after school clubs or teams
- Additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the Head of School and as outlined in our Staff Handbook
- Be a contributor within the Fraser Valley School community
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor of Education, with a focus on Elementary Education
- Hold a valid BC teaching certificate
- IB PYP Training is considered an asset
- Experience teaching in an elementary setting, ideally in an independent IB PYP school
- Passion and commitment to inquiry-based and concept driven instruction
- Experience coaching an elementary sports team is considered an asset
- Canadian residency and be legally entitled to work in Canada
- First Aid Certificate
- Strong classroom management skills
- Collaborative team member
- Effective communication skills
- A self-starter, someone who sees a need, and strives for solutions
This position is full-time. Only those candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
