Description
District Overview
Driven by our desire to help students thrive in their academic and personal lives, the Saanich School District provides quality educational programs and a safe and nurturing learning environment for the over 7,000 culturally diverse students within its 18 schools. Serving the Saanich Peninsula located just north of Victoria, BC, the district has one of the highest graduation rates in the province and a student body that consistently scores well on annual assessment tests, thanks in large part to the dedication and efforts of our 900 teaching and support staff.
Qualifications
All postings require:
A valid BC Teaching Certificate
Commitment to support the full range of student abilities
Effective communication skills with students, parents and colleagues
Commitment to continuing professional development
Successful experience with adapting and modifying materials for a diversity of learners
Working knowledge of using computing technology to support learning
A commitment to the Principles of Inclusive Schools and Principles of Learning
Specific to this posting:
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
BCIT Technology Education Teacher Certification or equivalent training and qualifications
Two years successful experience teaching Tech Ed at the secondary school level
Thorough knowledge of the Tech Ed curriculum
Familiarity with WHMIS, MSDS, and appropriate health and safety regulations in a shop/lab
Demonstrated successful experience implementing and maintaining safety procedures
A high level of proficiency with computers in their use for instructional support
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with a wide range of students in a positive and active learning environment
Strong classroom management and organizational skills
Ability to adjust curriculum and assessment strategies to meet the needs of a wide range of students
Please Note: Thank you in advance for applying. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you have any questions regarding this posting please contact hr_teaching@saanichschools.ca
