Description
Position: Teacher on Call (TOC), Kindergarten to Grade 12
Reports To: Principal or Vice Principal
Department: Elementary and High Schools
Supervises: Students, Educational Assistants/Resource Teachers, and volunteers, if assigned
Interfaces with: Students, parents, teachers, senior leaders, admin staff, volunteers
Position Rationale and Goal:
The Teacher on Call (TOC), Kindergarten to Grade 12, provides coverage for teacher absences. The K to 12 TOC is a qualified and experienced teacher, and a flexible and open-minded individual, who will add value to the school community by performing the role of teacher across all grades as needed throughout the year.
Ideal Candidate Profile and Qualifications:
Candidates for any position at the school are expected to possess:
Strong communication skills in English, both spoken and written
Strong organizational, communication, administrative and interpersonal skills
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Qualifications should include:
BC teacher certification
A university degree with a teaching emphasis or completion of a teacher preparation program
For this position, the ideal candidate will have:
A professional commitment to becoming an outstanding teacher
Prior teaching experience at both elementary and secondary levels
Key responsibilities:
Completes temporary teaching assignments, typically on a day-to-day or short-term basis, as required from Kindergarten to Grade 12
Implements lesson plans provided by teachers, ensuring the integrity of academic time, and in a manner which motivates students to learn and participate
Organizes students, their materials, and the learning environment for effective instruction
Takes attendance and documents daily notes
Prepares a brief written daily report to the classroom teacher(s) being covered
Maintains and respects the confidentiality of student, staff and school information
Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive learning environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies
Supervises students effectively to assure the health, welfare, and safety of all students
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
Requests clarification of classroom rules and procedures, if necessary
Reports all student injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate person immediately or as soon as is reasonably possible
Dismisses all students from the classroom before leaving the classroom or building
Demonstrates flexibility and open mindedness when working with students, staff and parents from across a variety of grades levels and subject areas
Complies with and supports school policies and procedures
Performs other related duties as assigned by the building administrator(s) in accordance with school policies and procedures
Application Process:
Please include the following with your application:
Cover Letter
Resume
Academic Transcripts
Practicum and/or Evaluation Reports
Two (2) professional references
