Technology Education Facilitator

New Westminster Schools Career Opportunity

New Westminster Schools seeks qualified Teacher for the following position:

Temporary 0.6 Technology Education Facilitator position is available at New Westminster Secondary School.

Serving the community of New Westminster, the New Westminster School District provides high quality educational programs to over 8,000 students in a variety of learning environments. Located in the geographic centre of Metro Vancouver, New Westminster is a compact and growing urban centre with all the benefits of both city and small town life – ready access to a rich array of recreational and cultural pursuits, high quality public services, and the neighborly feel of a small community.

Commitment to the success of its students and its staff makes New Westminster School District a great place to learn and to work.

New Westminster School District has a rich tapestry of cultures, backgrounds and needs. Together, we are a caring, inclusive, and committed learning community dedicated to supporting each of our unique learners.

The candidate will be part of, and work closely with, a collaborative team of teachers. An understanding of the BC Curriculum, effective teaching and learning practices, and a commitment to professional development are essential.

The District Educational Technology Facilitator will work with a team of district staff and the IT Department to support teachers with meaningful integration of educational technology to enhance learning in K-12 classrooms. A central focus of the role includes assisting teachers in using technology effectively in the areas of technological innovative practices, personalized learning, project and inquiry-based learning, assessment and communicating student learning.

This includes using all features of My Education BC, Microsoft Office Applications.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the BC curriculum and thorough experience with curriculum design and planning, Universal Design for Learning,differentiating Instruction, assessment, evaluation and communicating student learning
• Thorough knowledge of the ministry and district's reporting policy and guidelines
• Ability to collaboratively plan and co-teach using a variety of research-based teaching strategies including inquiry, project-based learning and technologies to enhance personalized learning
• Demonstrated experience in designing and facilitating professional learning opportunities for teachers including district professional development or school-based initiatives as determined by the needs of teachers and administrators
• Ability to provide guidance to teachers regarding online resources to support curriculum and instruction
• Ability to guide teacher to incorporate the First Peoples Principles and Core Competencies into all aspect of the curriculum
• Ability to skillfully incorporate a variety of Microsoft 365 tools to support teaching and learning experiences for staff, students and parents
• Clear understanding of Social Emotional Learning and the foundational importance of wellness to intellectual development, human and social development, and career development of students
• Demonstrated ability in providing classroom support and mentorship to educators (co-teaching, coaching)
• Thorough knowledge of the ministry and district's reporting policy and guidelines
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively on a team of District Curriculum Facilitators
• Clear understanding of FOIPPA as it relates to technology usage
• Ability to develop Digital Literacy curriculum and consent process and protocols for the use of online tools
• The ability to create training documents and videos for the district website and Sharepoint sites to support staff, student and parent technology training
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively on a team of district Curriculum Facilitators and the It Department
• Ability to provide professional development sessions on a variety of educational technology topics

• Possession of a BC Teaching Certificate
• Membership in the BC Teacher Regulation Branch
• Extensive and successful teaching experience in a…