Junior High Teacher

Job description and requirements

Nelson Christian Community School (NCCS) is looking for a BC-certified teacher for a multi-grade elementary grade class.  We are a faith-based Junior Kindergarten – Grade 9 school nestled in the Kootenay mountainside.  Our community is vibrant in the arts and the outdoors.  With access to both mountains and lakes, this is a fabulous community to be a part of.

NCCS believes in educating the whole child through Christ-centred academics, character, and service learning.  We boast small class sizes, a variety of elective course offerings, as well as comprehensive covering of the BC curriculum.

Successful applicants will demonstrate recent experience working in a classroom.  The successful applicant will also have knowledge and understanding in order to work with students who may have learning challenges.  This posting is for a Junior High classroom, primarily Grades 8-9.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education
• A valid BC teaching certificate and current membership in the Teacher Regulation Branch.

Teachers applying for this position should have the following qualities:

• Knowledge of the new BC curriculum;
• Exceptional classroom management skills;
• Willingness to work closely with parents;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills;
• The ability to differentiate learning based on student needs in a multi-grade classroom
• Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of assessment for learning strategies and the incorporation of those strategies in student learning;
• Knowledge of primary student development, specifically with regard to literacy and numeracy
• The ability to teach in a Christian environment and uphold our school Statement of Faith

Please ensure that all applicable documents are uploaded including a recent Teacher Report.

How to Apply

Send your résumé, cover letter, reference letter(s), and faith story to superintendent@chekabc.ca