Description
Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy is part of a beautiful multi-million dollar complex complete with a mosque, classrooms, and a full-size gymnasium. Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy teaches the B.C. curriculum in an Islamic setting and is a Group 1 classification of Independent schools under the Ministry of Education guidelines. The school opened its doors for the first time in September 2003 and currently offers a Junior Kindergarten preschool and Kindergarten to Grade 9 education.
We are inviting applications from caring individuals who are sensitive to the needs of children and who desire to be part of an enthusiastic team.
Required qualifications include:
• BC Professional Teacher Certification from the BC Teacher Regulation Office
• Knowledge of pedagogy including instructional strategies, theory of teaching literacy/numeracy, and child development is essential.
• Knowledge of current curriculum trends including teaching early reading and numeracy
• Interest in taking on extra-curricular activities
• Desire to work collaboratively with an energetic and enthusiastic team
• Experience with ESL / struggling students is an asset
• Background in Islam is an asset
This is a Full-time position for September 2024. Applications will be accepted until May 29, 2024. Resumes and supporting documents should be sent to pcohee@azia.ca or mailed to:
Attn: Principal
Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy
8580 No. 5 Road
Richmond, BC
V6Y 2V4
