About Fraser Academy:

Fraser Academy (FA) is an independent school in Kitsilano, Vancouver, BC serving students in Gr. 1-12 with dyslexia and language-based learning differences through day and outreach programs. We serve a gap in the system where approximately 20% of the student population is under-served by mainstream education. The ripple impact of our programming also adds great social value. While our student population has skills and strengths which are in demand in the 21st century, it can also be vulnerable to mental health, substance abuse, higher drop-out rates, and other risks when not supported.

We are proud to be at the forefront of educational practices, providing a learner-centric environment with the most effective research-based methods to optimize personalized learning, cognitive, social and emotional development, and post-secondary opportunities setting our students up for a successful life. For more information please visit us at
www.fraseracademy.ca.

Position: Math Department Head & Middle & Senior School Math Teacher

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Reports to: Head of Department

Job Summary

The 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 position also collaborates with the math remediation team. 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.

Opportunities

• Belong to and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals
• Continue professional growth and learning through a variety of development opportunities
• Participate in field trips, outdoor education trips, athletics, clubs, and leadership development

Responsibilities

• Uphold and advance the school’s vision, mission, values and standards
  Demonstrate excellent educational and instructional excellence
• Maintain and advance the department image in the school (hall-boards, events, etc.)
• Participate in leadership meetings and run department meetings
• Monitor student academic performance, achievement, and any academic misconduct
• Improve & develop the department’s educational practices through:
  Setting departmental goals
• Developing teaching strategies to achieve math remediation excellence and improve numeracy
• Mentoring faculty (incl. visiting classrooms)
• Supporting educational growth and adherence to school’s practices & policies
• Partner with faculty members to address parent/student concerns
• Set, evaluate and monitor the departmental budget and the ensuing expenses
• Participate 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 assessment 
  Collaborate with the math remediation team to enhance math remediation for our students

Competencies

• Sets an excellent standard in educational practice & upholding school standards
• Contributes to a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
• Demonstrates strong organizational, budgeting and time management skills
• Actively committed to ongoing professional growth and development
• Flexible and responsive to feedback

Requirements

• Certified Teacher with Bachelors of Education
• 7+ years of experience teaching mathematics
• Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education
• Experience as a Math Department Head
• Experience with Numeracy
• Experience with Math Remediation
• Experience leading faculty professional development
• Independent school experience, and coaching/extracurricular experience are all assets

To apply, please submit your application via the Careers section of our school website  https://fraseracademy.ca/careers/

Please address the cover letter to Travis Thielmann, Director of Academics & Curriculum. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from you.

FA offers an exceptional and stimulating environment, along with competitive employment packages. The annual salary for this position falls within the range of $66,632 to $113,947. The final salary will be determined based on experience and education.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by encouraging applications from all qualified job seekers, including those from traditionally underrepresented communities.