REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following:

• Experience in planning and supporting a comprehensive and dynamic Fine Arts program perhaps including visual arts, dance and/or the dramatic arts
• A clear understanding of the developmental stages of elementary aged students and an ability to develop a dynamic, positive learning environment addressing the intellectual, physical and emotional needs of this age group;
• Knowledge and willingness to use inquiry-based approach to planning and teaching;
• Demonstrated ability and experience to teach, assess and plan a Fine Arts program building on the goals and outcomes of the Ministry Instructional Resource packages; familiarity with the new Arts Education curriculum;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaborative skills and proven ability, commitment and drive to work cooperatively and effectively with other educators in a collegial team setting;
• Possess excellent communication skills with students, staff and parents;
• Knowledge and experience in working with Special Needs students and support staff with a focus on Differentiated Instruction in the classroom and demonstrated ability to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners through a broad array of teaching strategies and differentiated instruction;
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the area of Technology and the ability to integrate technology into the curriculum;
• Hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate.
• Effective classroom management style, including an understanding of the PBS (Positive Behaviour Support) philosophy that focuses on structure, mutual respect, natural consequences, consistency and positive reinforcement;
• Knowledge of methods for evaluating and selecting instructional materials suitable for students with a variety of needs;
• Ability to carry out a variety of assessments, including classroom observation, curriculum-based assessment and diagnostic teaching methods;

Please refer the Job description for details