Description
Why Abbotsford?
Located under an hour from Vancouver, the Abbotsford School District is settled in the heart of the beautiful Fraser Valley and surrounded by spectacular mountain views.
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Why the Abbotsford School District?
Every day, in every classroom and office throughout the Abbotsford School District, our employees provide a world-class, innovative educational experience for over 19,000 students. We believe that teachers continue to be drawn to the collaborative and supportive work environment that we provide. We have extensive professional development supports for new teachers, ranging from mentorship programs to leadership programs, and numerous career-pathing opportunities.
Working in public education is both challenging and rewarding, but at the Abbotsford School District we truly believe that every one of our employees has the opportunity to help children learn, grow and succeed.
The starting annual salary for this School Teacher position ranges from $49,470.40 to $86,766.40, with placement on the July 1, 2024 Teacher Salary Grid based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.
Job Summary & Responsibilities Yale Secondary is a vibrant and inclusive academic community, home to approximately 1,185 students. We are seeking an exceptional candidate who excels in a variety of pedagogical practices and is committed to fostering personalized learning tailored to the unique needs of our diverse student population. Candidates should possess a Major/Minor or diploma in Special Education and training and experience with Level B Assessments (ie. KBIT2/KTEA III). At Yale Secondary, we celebrate diversity and prioritize collaboration. Our supportive atmosphere enables students to achieve their highest potential. As a dynamic educator at our school, you will enjoy the autonomy to innovate and design compelling lessons that ignite curiosity and enhance critical thinking skills.
Join our dedicated team at Yale Secondary, where your professional well-being is valued and your growth encouraged. Together, we strive to nurture young minds, empowering them to become lifelong learners and compassionate global citizens.
The Secondary Work Study/Work Experience program supports designated students in achieving success through academics and introductory work experiences. Students participate in some regular classes while developing a combination of modified academic and functional skills. Each year, they complete two off-site work experience placements. Every student has an Individual Education Plan (IEP) that emphasizes functional academics, social and community skills, life skills, and vocational volunteer opportunities.
This position is dynamic and multi-faceted, offering both in-class and out-of-class experiences, and includes EA support. The permanent teacher assigned to this program will work one day per week, with the potential to increase later in the semester, and will serve as an excellent resource and support for the temporary teacher.
*This opportunity is a temporary UFN contract, which is subject to change or cancel before June 26, 2026 . In the event the teacher returns to work (work-hardening, part-time, full-time) before the end of the school year, the duration and/or FTE of this temporary assignment will be amended. The successful applicant must accept the reduced work week (amended to a part-time contract) but will have the option to remain in a temporary 1.0 FTE contract by working as a Priority TTOC on other days until June 26, 2026 .
Education & Experience
- Major/minor or diploma in Special Education
- Case management experience required
- Training and experience with Level B Assessments (ie. KBIT2/KTEA III)
- Eligible for B.C. Certification
- Satisfactory teacher evaluation and/or final practicum reports
Teaching Competencies
All teachers are expected to demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:
- Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Ability to consider and respond appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of others in a tactful, compassionate and respectful manner.
- Organization & Planning: Ability to plan and organize for effective instruction, differentiation and assessment
- Classroom Management: Create and maintain an optimal learning environment for each student while managing student behavior and classroom dynamics.
- Facilitation & Engagement: Ability to capture and maintain students’ interest, effort, participation and enthusiasm for both the content and the process of learning
- Assessment & Coaching: Utilize balanced assessment and feedback to improve student learning including the use of formative and summative assessment strategies.
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Collaborate with others to achieve group goals and objectives
- Caring & Inclusiveness: Create and maintain an environment that is caring, inclusive and supportive of all students
- Flexibility & Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility in the ability to adjust and adapt to changing circumstances
