Description
Are you interested in joining a great school community and working with a team of awesome people who are passionate about the exciting world of education?
Who are we?
Over the past 20 years, Aberdeen Hall has become a top-level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700 preschool to grade 12 children.
Aberdeen Hall has a 13-month contract opportunity available in our High School Learning Strategies Department from February 2025 to March 2026, please note that this position has the potential for an extension beyond the 13 months. (position profile can be found here).
The High School Learning Strategies Coordinator works collaboratively to provide a variety of support for students, teachers, and parents. Under the direction of the Division Principal, and overseeing members of the High School Learning Strategies Department, this individual will ensure that all stakeholders have a good understanding of how best to guide students towards meeting their learning goals. The High School Learning Strategies Coordinator will provide leadership in the Learning Resource vision of the School, and on ways to support the diverse behavioral, emotional, and academic needs of students.
We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity, and kindness. You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable, and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities.
What makes us different?
Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community-spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life, and a wide range of after-work activities.
Aberdeen Hall provides
Competitive Compensation at an annual rate of $65,195 to 110,498 inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of teaching experience and education level
Open and collaborative culture
Comprehensive benefits package
RRSP contribution of 8% for employees that invest 4% of their salary
Personalized professional development plans
Newly built inspiring campus setting
Well-established mentorship program
Innovative and progressive approach to teaching
Low student/teacher ratios
Success Factors
B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or equivalent
Knowledge of BC Special Education policies and guidelines, along with Special Education qualifications, are an asset.
Experience in an Independent School (asset)
Ability to contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of an IEP in consultation with teachers, parents, students, and community resource personnel.
Understanding how to support diverse learning styles at a grade school level.
Demonstrated experience as an enthusiastic, innovative, and caring educator, with a commitment to diversity and inclusion in all its many dimensions.
Demonstrated understanding and experience with the BC Curriculum and pedagogical approaches.
Experience in co-planning with teachers to ensure student’s needs are addressed and appropriate accommodations are applied effectively.
Computer Skills: Google Classroom, docs, sheets, slides and Gmail
Known to model the highest standards of professional practice and interactions with all stakeholders
Ability to understand the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in building trust and contributing to a positive working atmosphere across the School community
Known to communicate, negotiate, collaborate, and build partnerships effectively
As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we strive to welcome students, families and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.
The successful applicant to our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation and excellent long-term potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
Please forward your resume and cover letter that includes the first and last name and number that your BC teaching certificate is listed under to: Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources at humanresources@aberdeenhall.com
To learn more about us visit www.aberdeenhall.com
