SECONDARY TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION/INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

SECONDARY TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION / INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

This part-time continuing position currently consists of 4 blocks of Technology Education (which may include Woodwork 8-12, Metalwork 8-12, CADD 8-12, and Robotics 8-12), and 1 block of Information Technology. The successful candidate for this position must possess current academic and professional preparation to teach secondary school Technology Education and Information Technology.

A demonstrated commitment to implement all aspects of the BC curriculum, including a competency and inquiry-based, big ideas approach to teaching and learning. A demonstrated ability to build rapport and engage students from diverse backgrounds, a wide variety of learning needs, and styles.  The applicant should be willing to participate in collaborative planning and assessment within the Technology Education and Information Technology Departments.

School Culture :

McNair is a comprehensive 8-12 school with a focus on student voice and promoting a well-rounded education.  To enhance the level of student engagement at McNair Secondary School the staff is building stronger connections between what students are learning in the classroom and real-world examples.  Our focus is to increase student motivation and inspire them to be accountable for their own learning. We continually examine how we can incorporate aboriginal perspectives and the First People’s principles of learning into our teaching.

Through staff working committees, professional development, collaboration days, student voice, and parent feedback, our thoughtful community has focused on the following areas: 1) Professional development on mindfulness, resilience, trauma-informed practice, equity, diversity, and inclusion; 2) incorporating Indigenous Peoples’ history, perspectives, and learning into our community.

Qualifications :

The successful candidate must have current academic and professional preparation as well as teaching experience and be qualified to teach Technology education and Information Technology at all secondary grade levels.