Description
Department: Academics
Reports To: Principal, Senior School
Starting Date: ASAP
Application Closing Date: October 7, 2024
Salary: $72,969 - $83,977
An Associate Faculty position is a full-time role that provides coverage as needed for various classes. Associate Faculty work directly with students and are responsible for facilitating lesson plans as needed. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent B.Ed graduate who is seeking classroom teaching experience, or for those with 1-3 years’ experience. The Associate Faculty role also supports extra-curricular requirements.
Associate Faculty are placed on the School’s teaching grid for the contract period and are eligible for benefits. For candidates who are relocating from another province, we provide a nominal relocation allowance.
Associate Faculty at St. George’s School embody our core competencies: empathy, integrity, humility, respect, responsibility and resilience. In order to provide the best possible learning environment for our diverse, multicultural student population, St. George's actively seeks to recruit staff from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in independent and international schools. BIPoC and 2SLGBTQIA+ people and those with disabilities are warmly encouraged to apply, and invited to reach out for more information about our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Responsibilities will include:
Provides both TTOC coverage and when necessary longer-term coverage when faculty members are away for a leave of absence.
Facilitate student learning individually and in small groups.
Work with teachers to create a positive school environment that will emphasize a student-centered, caring atmosphere.
Accompany students on field trips and excursions during class time if required.
Liaise with teachers to address student social and emotional needs, including those related to break, lunch, health, clothing, and general well-being.
Lead a small group of students in our school Advisory program.
Supervising duties as required, including placement on a duty rotation for lunch.
Participating in student activities during non-instructional time. Expected to be involved in extracurricular activities in two of the three school terms.
Qualifications will include:
Teaching certification required.
Completion of a B.Ed. program.
Superior reports from practicum experience during attainment of teaching certification.
Ability to build strong rapport with students.
Team player who will work to foster an open and positive classroom environment.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Experience teaching is considered an asset
Ability to deal with a number of key stakeholders (i.e. students, teachers, parents).
Key competencies and EQ in the following areas: self-awareness, self-management, empathy, social expertness, initiative and accountability.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to: careers@stgeorges.bc.ca
