Location: | Vancouver |
Start Date: | 08/28/2024 |
End Date: | |
Application Deadline: | 04/30/2024 |
Website: | https://www.yorkhouse.ca/ |
Position Type: | Paid |
Position Description:ADST, Engineering and Imagination Coordinator
Senior School (Gr. 8-12) 0.8 FTE, Probationary Starting August 28, 2024 Working at York House School York House School is a vibrant and close-knit school community where people feel valued, engaged, and connected to the school. All Staff contribute towards our rigorous and innovative programs that enable our Yorkies to develop knowledge, skills, and global competencies to succeed in the world beyond our doors. Position Summary The Senior School ADST, Engineering 11 and Imagination Coordinator will first and foremost have a love of learning and a passion for supporting students’ ideas and initiatives. This creative educator will have a technology background and experience in both designing and facilitating student-centred interdisciplinary learning experiences involving Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math, as well as experience in facilitating inquiry, critical thinking and project-based learning. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with Senior school teachers to increase inquiry and innovative technology projects in the Senior School. This individual will also teach the ADST 8 and 9 classes as well as the Engineering s. Demonstrated excellence in instructional and assessment practices and a strong understanding of how girls are also needed in this role. This individual will promote art and technology initiatives that enrich student learning in and out of the classroom. Teaching and Learning -Experience designing, developing, assessing, and managing rich student-centred STEAM learning experiences, including Design Thinking Desired Qualities and Competencies -Knowledge of the current research on girls and learning, Other Duties and Responsibilities -Fulfill the role of Teacher Advisor (TAG) each day Qualifications -Bachelor of Education with specialization in arts, sciences or technology Review our Career Page for more information about benefits and programs for staff. This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. All employees of YHS must be able to provide a passed vulnerable sector screening criminal record report. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Compensation is based on qualifications and teaching experience per the salary grid in the Collective Agreement with BCGEU. About York House School York House School, located in the heart of Vancouver, is one of Canada’s leading independent schools for girls. Founded in 1932 by seven progressive and insightful women, York House provides an outstanding education for approximately 650 girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. For more information about York House School, please visit our website at yorkhouse.ca. |
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Application submission instructions: | Please visit our website to apply: https://yorkhouse.bamboohr.com/careers/239 |
Email applications: | sberezhna@yorkhouse.ca |