Come Learn, Share and Grow with Us!
Teachers
The North Vancouver School Districtis not only "the natural place to learn," but also the natural place towork.
We provide world-class instructionand a rich diversity of engaging programs to inspire success for every studentand bring communities together to learn, share, and grow.
We are known for ourprogressive approach to instruction, firm belief in Inclusive Education,advocacy for Indigenous Learning, and emphasis on social emotional learning.
Our teaching, professional andsupport staff provide a safe, culturally diverse and nurturing environment for approximately16,000 students across 25 elementary and seven secondary schools.
Salary and Benefits
All contract teachers are offered benefits coverage, including part-time or temporary contract teachers.
Seniority is accrued at 1.0 FTE. Even in a part-time assignment, teachers accrue seniority as if working a full-time 1.0 FTE.
No assignment is less than half a day.
Teachers are able to port unlimited sick leave from other public school districts in B.C.
All contract teachers, including part-time or temporary, may participate in a "12 Month Pay Plan." This allows teachers to receive partial payment of their annual salary in July and August.
Professional Development & Funding
Professional Development funding is offered (certain requirements apply) for teacher-initiated activities, including :
Workshops and lectures
Conferences and staff retreats
Online courses, teacher inquiry projects and self-directed Pro-D
Mentoring or serving as a sponsor teacher
Guest speakers
Collaborating with colleagues
Reading professional journals / books
Professional development funds of up to $250 / year (available through the North Vancouver Teacher's Association (NVTA)).
Educational improvement leave for one year with full or partial salary (upon approval by the Board of Education).
Mentorship. Offered in collaboration with the NVTA, our mentorship program provides teachers with an opportunity to enhance their practice in a voluntary, confidential and learning-focused way.
Mentees are paired with an experienced mentor (colleague) in a completely non-evaluative, non-remedial process. The mentorship program is designed to empower all participants in their own professional growth through constructive feedback, while building leadership capacity within schools and across the District.
Employee Incentives include :
Dell Canada Member Purchase Program
Office 365 Home Use Program
Membership discounts at :
Club 16 Trevor Linden Fitness (Lonsdale Location)
Grouse Mountain
Bar Method
Spin Society