Description
The Vancouver Board of Education (VSB) welcomes applications for the position of:
Vision Teacher (Gr. K-12), District Learning Services
Full-Time Continuing with Benefits (1.0 FTE)
Location: Based out of Brock Elementary School
Employment Includes:
Paid Medical and Dental
Paid holidays from September 1st to June 30th, including Spring and Winter Breaks
Teacher Pension Plan
Portability of seniority and sick days if transferring from a BC Public School
With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the x?m?θk??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx_wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) Nation, and s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh) Nation.
At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, the VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems and equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education.
Throughout the District, more than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices, and building relationships. The VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts. Our commitment to students goes beyond academics with students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging being equally important. As an organization, we strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we work to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community. For more information about our school district, visit https://www.vsb.bc.ca/
POSITION DETAILS: This is an itinerant position K-12 with a caseload of blind and partially sighted students. The teacher works as part of a team at the Vision Resource Centre as well as with staff in schools and other professionals in the field. The person in this position works directly with students and provides consultation to staff.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Education
Master’s Degree in Visual Impairment
Competency in Braille codes; French and music braille codes would be an asset
Working knowledge of eye conditions and the impact on learning needs of visually impaired students
Comprehensive understanding of adaptive technology is required
Ability to adapt strategies, techniques and materials needed to support visually impaired students.
BC Teaching Certificate (TRB)
Registration with the Teacher Qualification Service (TQS)
Your application must include the following documents:
Cover Letter
Resume (Teaching and Non-Teaching Work Experience)
Transcripts
Teaching Evaluation (lesson observations or mid-term reports, not accepted)
Recent Graduates-include Final Practicum Reports
Experienced Teachers-include Teaching Evaluation within the past 8 years
At least 3 Professional References-email, number, months/years worked together
Recent Graduates: 1. Faculty Advisor 2. School Advisor(s) and 3. Your most recent employer. In addition, you may also include your Principal or Vice Principal
Experienced Teachers to include your most current Principal, Vice Principal and previous Administrator(s)
** We do not accept friends or teaching colleagues as references**
BC Teaching Certificate (TRB-Teacher Regulation Branch)
HOW TO APPLY:
1. Register on Make a Future: http://www.makeafuture.ca/
2. Create a profile under "Teachers, Principals & Superintendents"
3. Click on Job Postings then click Search for a job that you are qualified for
4. Answer ALL job posting questions then click "Apply"
5. Upload ALL supporting documents
6. Once your application is submitted you will receive a confirmation email
Due to the confidentiality of the interview process, we do not provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants or respond to inquiries regarding the status of an application.
If we are interested in moving forward or if an application requires additional information we will contact you directly
The VSB has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s. 42(3) of the Human Rights Code. Under this special program, the VSB seeks to preferentially hire Aboriginal persons to a variety of teaching positions. Therefore, each applicant may wish to provide, on a voluntary basis, information whether they self-identify as an Aboriginal person.
