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Posted on May 17, 2024 by Employer details Shawnigan Lake School
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Outdoor Education Instructor Shawnigan Lake School is a leading independent co-educational boarding school for ages 12-18 (grades 8-12) on Canadas beautiful west coast. Our world-class facilities situated on a stunning 270-acre campus include ten boarding houses, a theatre, film lab, an observatory, salmon hatchery, rowing crew house on the lake, dance studio, state of the art Learning Commons and Library, recording studio, and robotics lab. Our diverse, inter-disciplinary and innovative programming helps shape the next generation of global leaders.For more information, explore our Shawnigan at a Glance.Shawnigan provides academic ambition to develop a culture of collaboration, independence and resilience in our students through educators and peers who inspire our students to embrace a love of learning by challenging them to solve problems critically and creatively.Staff endorse our Schools values (Curiosity, Compassion, Community and Courage) and are deeply committed to our mission: Spark Minds, Kindle Hearts, Forge Futures.We offer a competitive compensation package and a nurturing, family-friendly workplace. This is a full-time permanent opportunity.Qualified teachers with a current BC Teaching Certification, provided they teach two (2) blocks or more, will receive a salary commensurate with the Shawnigan Teachers Grid.Non BC Teaching Certified applicants will receive an annual salary of $55,000 per annum (September 1 to June 30).Shawnigan Lake School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff (and volunteers) to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and a vulnerable sector criminal record check.JOB DESCRIPTION Outdoor Education Instructor The Outdoor Education Instructor leads a custom experience for all grade 8 and 9 students through Shawnigan Lake Schools Outer EDGE Program and Beyond the Gates Program.The focus is to provide a challenging and unique Vancouver Island outdoor experience for each student. In addition to outdoor skill development, the integration of First Nations knowledge and culture will be an essential aspect of connecting students to their local environment.The Outdoor Education Instructor also leads a series of optional trips for grade 10-12 students. These trips offer challenges that are not available in other Shawnigan activities. They will develop skills and connect students with our local environment and First Nations culture through Experience, Development, Gratitude, and Engagement (EDGE). In addition to providing instruction in Search and Rescue (SAR), outdoors, and whitewater kayaking. The Outdoor Education Instructor leads instruction or coordinates instruction of recreational and industry level certification of students in qualifications that are pathways into BCs Adventure Tourism industry.ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Reporting to the Assistant Head, Co-curricular, the responsibilities of the Outdoor Education Instructor include but are not limited to:Qualified teachers will be expected to teach a minimum of two (2) blocks.Outer EDGE Program Implementation Provide multi-day excursions in small groups of 10-12 students Lead weekend and weekday trips for the grade 8 and 9 Outer EDGE program Lead weekend and weekday outdoor trips open to all students. Trips focus on introducing students to the natural wonders of Vancouver Island, outdoor skills and the various skillsets of SAR Direct a focus on learning about Vancouver Island and its outdoor and First Nations cultures Link outdoor activities to curriculum objectives in academic subjects Coordinate food ordering and preparation with House Directors/students/teachersBeyond the Gates Instruction Support the Beyond the Gates education team in delivering the objectives of the Beyond the Gates program SAR/Outdoor Education Instruction (weekday afternoons) Prepare students a- LocationShawnigan Lake, BC
- SalaryNot available
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source ApplyToEducation #2772111
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