Description
The Vancouver Board of Education (VSB) welcomes applications for the position of:
Vision Teacher - Technology Support
Temporary Full-Time with Benefits (1.0 FTE until June 30, 2025)
Location: SET-BC
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/
School Profile:
SET-BC is a Provincial Outreach Program funded by the Ministry of Education that provides technology solutions that meet the diverse learning needs of students in B.C. SET-BC works with BC school districts and independent schools to provide a range of district, classroom and student-based services.
POSITION DETAILS:
Provide technology support and the educational use of student-based technology solutions for district teams supporting students with significant and diverse learning needs, focusing on those with visual impairments
Contribute to SET-BC provincial information and training resources to help build district and program capacity to utilize assistive technology wit students with significant diverse learning needs, with a focus on visual impairments
Consult with school teams and SET-BC Educators to identify and plan for technologies to meet individual students needs and educational plans
Develop technology training and workshop materials and lead face-to-face and online sessions for district staff especially in the area of visual support technologies
Provide support to educators in the area of assistive technology, evaluate new products, develop resources and participate in new projects
Qualifications
Bachelor of Education
Master’s Degree in Visual Impairment
Experience in implementing specialized student-based vision technology solutions in classroom settings
Understanding of best practices in adult education with experience or interest in planning and facilitating professional learning workshops
Valid BC Drivers license and have access to a car
Ability and willingness to travel regularly in the Lower Mainland and throughout the Province
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
Additional Information for Applicants:
As a public body, the personal information provided in this application is collected and used by the Vancouver School Board (“VSB”) in accordance with section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (“FIPPA”), RSBC 1996, c.165, as amended. This information will be used by VSB staff for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications, experience, and suitability for this position. It may also be used to verify the information provided, conduct reference checks, and/or contact you about next steps in the job competition. Pursuant to section 30 of FIPPA, the VSB takes reasonable security measures to protect the personal information within its custody and control, including what has been provided in this application. Should you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, please email recruitment@vsb.bc.ca .
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.
