Senior School Learning Strategist Teacher

School Overview

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SJS, is a leading independent co-educational K-12 IB school in Vancouver, Canada. At SJS we prioritize enriching education that nurtures learning competencies, agency, love for learning, and student well-being. Teachers at SJS encourage students to engage thoughtfully in their learning, to be risk-takers in their learning and strive to achieve their highest potential.

In the senior school we offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP) to all students in Grades 6-10, and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) to students in Grades 11 & 12. We offer a holistic programme to all students that consists of experiential opportunities for students to engage in learning in the arts, athletics, outdoor education, leadership roles, and community service.

Position Purpose & Overview

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St. Johns School (SJS) is seeking a qualified and experienced IB Learning Strategist Teacher. The role also includes the responsibility of being an advisory teacher for one class. The candidate may be required to teach courses in another MYP or DP subject, based on experience, qualifications, need, and interest. The IB Learning Strategist Teacher will be a collaborative member of the Senior School and will contribute to the student development experience at SJS. Teachers at SJS are expected to exemplify excellent professional practice and high standards of teaching, learning, and supporting our students. The teacher will provide inclusive learning opportunities differentiated to the needs, abilities and stage of development of each student. The successful candidate will be adept at monitoring, measuring, documenting, and reporting on learning. The successful candidate supports student wellbeing, participates in co-curricular commitments of the school, and is reliable in exercising their daily responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

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Typical responsibilities and duties are inclusive of, but not limited to:

Collaboration

• Work with faculty both as a resource and to support and develop their ability to provide classroom-based strategies and interventions, through instructional observation and coaching and CPT sessions.
• As part of the whole school learning strategies team, work to create coherence in support plans, inclusion practices, to support student transitions, and to engage with the faculty and parent community.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to determine which students require intervention or support, based on their academic, behavioural, or regulatory capabilities, and support the development of student profiles.
• Assist with the invigilation of examinations and assessments to ensure individuals students accommodations are properly provided.
• Maintain regular communication with other team members including teachers, learning strategist staff, parents, and outside professionals, as required to ensure the proper support is in place for students.

Student Supports

• Support students by promoting inclusion practices: sharing of support, knowledge, and skills to effectively meet the needs of all students.
• Utilise universal design for learning approaches.
• Take a solution-focused positive approach to problems, helping students, parents, and faculty understand the strengths and potential of a student.
• Develop student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) or Student Support Plans (SSPs) through communication with students, teachers, parents, and outside professionals with the support of the Learning Strategist team.
• Monitor, assess, and record the progress of students with IEPs or SSPs at regular reporting periods, in collaboration with the classroom teacher.
• Assist and support students according to their IEPs or SSPs, following guidance from subject teachers, counsellors, parents, and other members of the Learning Strategist team.
• Assess, record, and report on the growth of student success in alignment with the MYP/DP practices, and gather relevant information to make well-informed decisions on next steps.
• Monitor student progress and engage with students to reinforce accomplishments and improve student self-efficacy.
• Utilize child and adolescent development knowledge and apply it to the selection and application of curriculum materials and instructional practices.

Community Engagement

• Endorse the schools mission, vision, and values.
• Model and promote the IB learner profile attributes and SJS values.
• Create a safe, effective, challenging, ethical and organized learning environment.
• Maintain relevant understanding of and be active in using appropriate and effective technology to enhance instruction and learning.
• Participate in faculty, student, and parent meetings and special events.
• Model respectful and timely communication with students, colleagues, and parents, in line with the schools Mutual Respect policy.
• Attend professional development programmes, participate in on campus professional learning, attend professional meetings which relate to curricular, administrative or organizational matters as required, attend relevant meetings and training as scheduled by the Head of Department, Curriculum Coordinators and Senior Leadership Team.
• Engage or offer co-curricular activity(ies) for Senior School students.
• Demonstrate reliability in and understanding of implementation of risk and student management strategies.

Required Qualifications and Key Skills

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Education & Work Experience

• A valid BC Certification of Teaching.
• Completion of a Bachelor of Education degree.
• Need to be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• A Basic First Aid certificate is considered an asset.
• Knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate programmes.
• Experience and adept understanding of a Learning Strategist role, and/or BC Learning Support role in a Senior School setting is an asset.
• Knowledge of the MYP curriculum framework is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of MYP core components is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the DP course content and curriculum framework is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the DP core components (CAS, TOK, Extended Essay) is considered an asset.

Qualities and Skills

• A motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic team player.
• Commitment to universal design for learning, inclusion and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Proven experience leading or contributing to co-curricular and/or outdoor education programs is an asset.
• Dynamic ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrate and pursue excellence in practice and professional growth.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude, growth mindset, and strong emotional intelligence (EQ).
• Proficient in providing support for diverse learning needs.

This role will require working hours outside of school office hours: often evening events; occasionally going offsite to document student programs; and occasional morning and weekend commitments.

This job profile outlines the key responsibilities for the roles and is not meant to be exhaustive. This will include performing the administrative and related tasks or any other responsibilities required to reasonably meet the needs of St. Johns School, including, but not limited to the general duties outlined in the position profile.

It should be understood that the activities, responsibilities and obligations of this position may be modified from time to time, through discussion between the direct supervisor and the employee, in order to effectively meet the requirements of the School. On rare occasions where there are urgent needs at the School, an employee may be assigned to temporarily backfill role(s) critical to the schools operations and business continuity.

Conditions of Employment

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• The candidate must have a valid BCCT.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete child abuse prevention training, concussion training, Level 1 first-aid training provided by St. Johns School and provide consent for a criminal background check for the vulnerable sector.
• Clearance on criminal record checks for vulnerable sector is a condition of employment
• The ability to legally work in Canada, in an educational setting is a condition of employment.

Job Information

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• Full-time permanent contract from August 21, 2025.
• Work location: on-site.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Annual Salary ranges from $68,229 to $116,773 based on the schools teacher 2024/25 salary grid. The annual salary ranges will be updated with the 2025/26 salary grid before the contract begins. Placement on the grid is assigned in accordance with level of education and years of teaching experience. Annual salary is prorated based on the length of the contract.

Reporting Structure

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• Reports To: Senior School Principal
• Direct Reports: None
• Department: Senior School
• Key Interactions:
  • Internal: Faculty, non-teaching employees, payroll administrator, School Principals, and Vice-Principals.
  • External: Parents, Alumni, and Teachers Regulation Branch

Applications

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All interested candidates should include the following items in their application:

• Resume & Cover Letter
• Copies of any relevant certificates and diplomas.
• Three Professional References with contact details.

All interested candidates should submit their complete application at the following link:

Senior School Learning Strategist Teacher

The posting will be active until filled. If you are having any problems submitting your application, please email [email protected]

St. Johns School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Johns School is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring a barrier-free work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers, from BIPOC (black, indigenous, and people of colour), persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ (persons of all sexual orientations and genders). If you are an applicant with a disability, we will work with you to make reasonable workplace accommodations you may need for your best work performance.