One-to-One Inclusive Education Instructor

LDS – Learn. Develop. Succeed. is a growing, innovative, research-based, educational nonprofit charity serving children, youth and adults with diagnosed or suspected learning differences such as dyslexia and dyscalculia, and other brain-based differences like ADHD and ASD. Our growing, affordable programs and services operate from our Learning Centres in East Vancouver and North Vancouver, and at in-school locations.

Instructors work one-to-one with school-aged learners (Kindergarten to Grade 12), delivering individualized and comprehensive learning support that is neuroaffirming, strengths-based, and evidence-based.

• Create and maintain a learning environment that is neuroaffirming, strengths-based, and enjoyable for all learners
• Identify learner strengths and challenges through informal and formal assessment
• Draw from multiple resources and curricula to develop and implement year-long learning plans and daily lesson plans that are individualized, neuroaffirming, strengths-based, evidence-based, technology-enhanced, and linked to measurable learning goals
• Provide formal and informal written progress reports, with or without the use of assistive technology

Successful candidates have the ability to perform the above roles with minimal to moderate support. This typically requires the following experience and competencies:

• Experience working with school-aged children with diagnosed or suspected learning differences
• Experience in strengths-based, neuroaffirming learning environments and/or a demonstrated eagerness and ability to quickly adapt to this type of environment
• Experience using structured, systematic, and explicit instructional approaches
• Experience teaching literacy concepts using a structured literacy/Science of Reading approach, math focused on building conceptual understanding, and support for executive functioning, sensory processing, or social-emotional learning
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with or without the use of assistive technology
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset
• Demonstrated commitment to our charitable mission
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Ability to provide a criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening
• Eligibility to work in Canada

Our contractors primarily have full-time or part-time employment outside of their work with LDS. Contract instructors work between 6 and 20 hours per week, plus paid prep time of up to 20 minutes per session. Contractors select set weekly days and times they are available for sessions, and must maintain the same availability from September to June without disruption. Contractors are responsible for invoicing monthly and are not eligible for extended benefits.

• Weekdays 3:30 pm to 7:30 pm
• Saturdays 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Our full-time salaried instructors work 37.5 hours per week across 5 days. These are ongoing positions without an end date. Hours may differ during July and August. Ideal candidates have strong experience with at least math and literacy K–7; ability to teach BC middle/secondary curriculum is also an asset.

• Monday to Friday, 11:30 am – 7:30 pm
• Tuesday to Friday, 11:30 am – 7:30 pm, and Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Instructors report to the Senior Manager, Instruction and Innovation, and work closely with their assigned Case Manager(s) during the academic term.

• Wage: $28–$33/hour for contract instructors; $55,000–$62,000 annually for salaried instructors
• Neuroaffirming and inclusive workplace
• Values-based organization with collaborative peers representing a wide range of backgrounds and talents
• Inclusive culture and innovative workplace with opportunity for new approaches and growth
• Opportunities for team-wide and individual professional learning throughout the year
• Salaried instructors only:
  Paid vacation, plus office closure December 25 – January 1 (not counted toward vacation);
  Extended Health and Dental benefits and Travel coverage after 3 months