Math Department Head Fraser Academy

Fraser Academy is seeking a full-time Math Department Head & Middle and Senior School Math Teacher to join our team of educators for the 2024 - 2025 school year.Fraser Academy is a fully accredited day school, which focuses on educating students in Grades 2-12 with language-based learning disabilities.
These students are taught in small class sizes with up to ten students.
Each student receives one-to-one language training daily and works with a variety of subject specialist teachers.Fraser Academy is also an accredited member of the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS), the Independent Schools Association of British Columbia (ISABC), the International Dyslexia Association (IDA), and the Federation of Independent Schools Association (FISA).Position:
Math Department Head & Middle & Senior School Math TeacherPosition Type:
Full-TimeReports to:
Director of Academics and CurriculumJob SummaryThe Math Department Head is the leadership team member responsible for advancing and improving the math department in its goals to achieve math remediation excellence, develop our students' numeracy skills, and support the math faculty in continually improving the learning environment supporting student success and building mathematical confidence.
Additionally, as a Math Teacher, you will play an important role in developing mathematical thinking in students and promoting math throughout the school.
You will work with a collaborative, dynamic team of educators and staff who are passionate about the success of all learners.
This role requires someone who can adapt and adjust their teaching to meet the diverse needs of each learner and is passionate about student success.
Excellent instructional practice and an eagerness to learn and grow as an educator are required for this role.Belong to and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionalsContinue professional growth and learning through a variety of development opportunitiesParticipate in field trips, outdoor education trips, athletics, clubs, and leadership developmentResponsibilitiesUphold and advance the school's vision, mission, values and standardsDemonstrate excellent educational and instructional excellenceMaintain and advance the department image in the school (hall-boards, events, etc.)Participate in leadership meetings and run department meetingsMonitor student academic performance, achievement, and any academic misconductImprove & develop the department's educational practices through:
Developing teaching strategies to achieve math remediation excellence and improve numeracyMentoring faculty (incl.
visiting classrooms)Supporting educational growth and adherence to school's practices & policiesPartner with faculty members to address parent/student concernsSet, evaluate and monitor the departmental budget and the ensuing expensesParticipate in academic teams (report card editing, IEP, student advisor, etc.)Support school events (community education nights, shows, concerts, fairs, etc.)Support and ensure the preparation for the numeracy assessmentSet an excellent standard in educational practice & uphold school standardsContribute to a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environmentDemonstrate strong organizational, budgeting and time management skillsActively committed to ongoing professional growth and developmentFlexible and responsive to feedbackRequirementsCertified Teacher with Bachelor's in a mathematics field and a Bachelors of Education4+ years of experience teaching mathematicsMaster's Degree in Education, or Mathematics (or must start one within 3 years)Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest.
We look forward to hearing from you.We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by encouraging applications from all qualified job seekers, including those from traditionally underrepresented communities.
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