Description
At QMS, we are committed to empowering students to take ownership of their learning and fostering a deep, authentic connection to the subjects they explore. We believe that education should be relevant, dynamic, and deeply engaging. As a Project-Based Learning (PBL) Teacher, you will play a pivotal role in guiding students through an exciting, hands-on, and inquiry-based learning journey, helping them develop critical 21st-century skills while embracing creativity, collaboration, and curiosity.
As a PBL Teacher at QMS, you will:
- Design and Facilitate Meaningful Projects: Develop dynamic projects that engage students, spark their curiosity, inspire them to ask big questions, and drive inquiry-based learning. You will support students through projects exploring self-awareness, social entrepreneurship, sustainability, and societal challenges.
- Encourage Student Ownership of Learning: Guide students as they take ownership of their educational journey, from goal setting to project planning and execution, empowering them to become independent learners and critical thinkers.
- Foster Collaboration and Communication: Create a collaborative environment where students work together, share ideas, and solve problems, while helping them develop teamwork and interpersonal skills that are critical for success in the 21st century.
- Inspire Creativity and Curiosity: Cultivate an atmosphere where curiosity thrives, sparking a desire in students to explore new ideas and think creatively about complex problems.
- Integrate Cross-Disciplinary Learning: Work alongside co-teachers from various disciplines (Humanities, STEM) to design and implement cross-curricular projects that show students the interconnectedness of knowledge across subjects.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree (required).
- Graduate of a recognized B.Ed. program, with a focus on STEM education for Middle or Senior School grade levels.
- Knowledge of BC Curriculum requirements for Grade 8 and 9 Science and Mathematics.
- Must have or be eligible to obtain British Columbia teaching certification.
- At least 2-3 years of teaching experience, preferably in a student-centered learning environment.
- Experience with project-based learning and cross-curricular teaching (preferred).
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage and support students, parents, and colleagues effectively.
- Ability to differentiate instruction and adapt to meet the diverse needs of students.
You can find out more about our school and this role by using the link to our candidate information brochure
If you are passionate about guiding students to take ownership of their learning and want to inspire the next generation of critical thinkers and innovators, we invite you to apply.
Application Process
Please submit your resume and cover letter, detailing why you are a great fit for QMS and the PBL Teacher role, via the application link on our website. The application deadline is 9:00 AM, Monday, 31st March 2025.
