Description
POSITION OVERVIEW:
HongDe (Virtue) Elementary School is an independent bilingual K-7 school that offers a Chinese (Mandarin) program, an English program, and a Fine Art program. Students learn both languages during part of their school day. There will be 40% of the curriculum taught in Mandarin during K-7 grades and 60% in English. The purpose of the school is to provide programs that teach about traditional Chinese and western culture values as well as to develop virtues and character traits that are essential for society.
http://www.hongdeschool.ca/
What You’ll Bring
You will hold a valid BC teaching certificate and have experience teaching music, choir and musical theatre at the elementary level. You will have a strong knowledge of inquiry-based and project-based learning approaches, possess a passion for innovation and creativity, and be highly reflective and committed to continuous professional growth and improvement. A strong aptitude in differentiated learning styles and a passion for educating the whole student is expected.
Applicants must:
-possess a current Certificate of Qualification from the BC Teacher Certification Branch
- be willing to work in a collaborative/team environment to implement BC's Education Plan and the Redesigned Curriculum;
- be prepared to use technology (MS Teams for communication)
-Canadian residency and legally entitled to work in Canada
-The ability to endorse the school’s mission and vision statement
- Native or Native-like fluency in both oral and written traditional Mandarin (not simplified) is required
We offer a competitive salary equivalent to BC public school teachers and health benefits. We also offer small class size teaching ( 4-10 students per class )
HOW TO APPLY:
Please apply by sending your Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Qualifications/Licenses and Refence Letter(s) and Criminal Background Check to hiring@hongdeschool.ca
We would like to thank all interested candidates but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
