Description
GARDEN VALLEY SCHOOL DIVISION
Big Picture Learning Program Teacher
Posting # 001-BPL-26
The Garden Valley School Division is looking for two (2) Full-Time BPL Program Teachers at Garden Valley Collegiate. These positions offer a unique opportunity to support a dynamic, relationship driven, interest based high school model grounded in authentic, real world learning.
The Division:
Garden Valley School Division is a dynamic school division located in the heartland of Manitoba's beautiful Pembina Valley region. The division has a student population of over 4,300 across 14 schools in the communities of Winkler, Plum Coulee, Schanzenfeld, Hochfeld, Blumenfeld, Reinland, and Blumengart.
The division's largest Centre, the City of Winkler, has all the amenities of a larger city within a rural setting. The community is just over a one-hour drive to Winnipeg and surrounded by abundant recreational opportunities.
Our dedicated staff offers an extensive range of high-quality programs and services. Students are invited to learn, grow, and discover what it means to be part of a diverse community that supports a sense of belonging. Our region is one of the fastest growing areas in Manitoba as we continue to welcome new arrivals from all over the world.
“The mission of Garden Valley School Division is to create an environment where everyone is inspired to reach their full potential as learners and citizens.”
The BPL Program
GVSD is introducing a new Big Picture Learning program at Garden Valley Collegiate, grounded in four pillars: One Student at a Time, Real World Learning, Advisory, and Authentic Assessment. This model offers a redesigned high school experience centered on student interests, community connections, and meaningful demonstrations of learning.
BPL Teachers, referred to as Advisors, take on a role distinct from traditional classroom teaching. Advisors guide a small cohort of students through personalized learning, project design, academic growth, and real world experiences.
Qualifications/Experience:
- A valid Manitoba Teaching Certificate.
- A strong commitment to personalized learning and student centered approaches.
- Experience building strong relationships with youth and families.
- A willingness to guide students through interest discovery, real world learning, and self directed project work.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- An ability to integrate Manitoba curriculum outcomes into non traditional learning environments.
- A growth oriented mindset and openness to ongoing professional learning.
- Experience with community partnerships, inquiry/project based learning, or experiential models is an asset.
The positions will be effective September 8, 2026
Applications:
Applicants are requested to submit a comprehensive resume including a statement of educational philosophy and the names of three references that can attest to the applicant's qualifications and experiences.
Applications can be mailed or emailed to:
Human Resources Department
Garden Valley School Division
Box 1330, 750 Triple E Boulevard
Winkler, MB R6W 4B3
Email: Attention: Shayne Thomson, Manager of Human Resources
This competition will remain open until it is filled.
