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    "description": "<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 13.999999999999998pt; font-weight: bold\">Senior School English Teacher</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">School Overview</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">St. John’s School (SJS) is a leading independent, all-gender IB World School in Vancouver, Canada, offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP) across Kindergarten to Grade 12. SJS is committed to providing an enriching and rigorous education that nurtures learning competencies, student agency, wellbeing, and a lifelong love of learning.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Position Purpose &amp; Overview</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">St. John’s School (SJS) is seeking a qualified and experienced IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) English Language &amp; Literature (L&amp;L) 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 MYP/DP English Language &amp; Literature Teacher will contribute to the development of the English  curriculum and teaching experiences at SJS. </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Teachers at SJS are expected to exemplify excellent professional practice and high standards of teaching and learning. The teacher will provide 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.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Key Responsibilities</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">Typical Senior School English Teacher responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Model and promote the IB learner profile attributes and SJS values.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Facilitate and deliver engaging and effective MYP/DP English L&amp;L lessons in the Senior School across a range of grades. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Collaborate with the Head of Department and other English teachers to develop an innovative MYP/DP English L&amp;L curriculum.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Design, prepare and deliver learning activities that facilitate insightful engagement and utilize inquiry-based learning strategies to enhance student understanding and engagement.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Create a safe, effective, challenging, ethical and organized learning environment.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Demonstrate a deep understanding of and passion for the subject areas.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Provide differentiated instruction for all learners to establish an inclusive learning environment. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Maintain relevant understanding of and be active in using relevant and effective technology to enhance instruction and learning.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Participate in faculty and parent meetings and special events.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Model respectful and timely communication with students, colleagues, and parents, in line with the school’s Mutual Respect policy.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Endorse the school’s mission, vision, and values.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Attend professional development programmes, participate in “on campus” courses, and attend professional meetings which relate to curricular, administrative or organizational matters as required; scheduled by the Head of Department, Curriculum Coordinators and Senior Management Team.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Assess, record, and report on the growth of student success in alignment with the MYP/DP subject objectives, criteria, guidelines, and the school’s assessment policy and practices.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Engage or offer co-curricular activity(ies) for Senior School students. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Demonstrate reliability in and understanding of implementation of risk and student management strategies.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">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.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">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 SJS, including, but not limited to the general duties outlined in the position profile. </span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">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 school’s operations and business continuity.</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Required Qualifications &amp; Key Competencies</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">Education &amp; Experience</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">A valid BC Certification of Teaching.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Completion of a Bachelor of Education degree.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Need to be legally entitled to work in Canada.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">A Basic First Aid certificate is considered an asset.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate programmes.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Experience and adept understanding of teaching MYP and DP Language &amp; Literature, and/or BC  English Languages courses in a Senior School setting is an asset. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Knowledge of the MYP curriculum framework is considered an asset.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Knowledge of MYP Service as Action is considered an asset.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Knowledge of the DP course content and curriculum framework is considered an asset.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Knowledge of the DP Core components (CAS, TOK, Extended Essay) is considered an asset.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">Key Skills &amp; Competencies</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">A motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic team player.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Commitment to inclusion and fostering a supportive learning environment.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Proven experience leading or contributing to co-curricular and/or outdoor education programs is an asset.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Dynamic ability to work independently and collaboratively.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Demonstrate and pursue excellence in practice and professional growth.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Positive attitude, growth mindset, and strong emotional intelligence (EQ).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Proficient in providing support for diverse learning needs.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Success Measures</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Lessons consistently challenge students at an appropriate level.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Assessment tasks reflect depth, not just coverage.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Students feel safe expressing ideas and challenging perspectives respectfully.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Students are well-prepared for exams or final assessments.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Students leave the class better equipped for the next academic stage.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Learners develop transferable skills (analysis, writing, problem-solving).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">The teacher contributes meaningfully to department collaboration.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Conditions of Employment</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">The candidate must have a valid BCCT.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">The successful candidate will be required to complete child abuse prevention training, concussion training, Level 1 first-aid training provided by St. John’s School and provide consent for a criminal background check for the vulnerable sector.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; 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font-size: 10pt\">Supportive time off policy. </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Annual Salary ranges from $69,465 to $124,486 based on the school’s teacher 2026/27 salary grid. 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.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Reporting Structure</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Reports To: Senior School Principal</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Direct Reports: None</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Department: Senior School</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Key Interactions:</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">External: Parents, alumni, and Teacher’s Regulation Branch.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Internal: Faculty, non-teaching employees, payroll administrator, School Principals, and Vice-Principals.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Application Instructions</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">All interested candidates should include the following items in their application:</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Resume &amp; Cover Letter</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Copies of any relevant certificates and diplomas</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Three Professional References</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">All interested candidates should submit their complete application to the following link:</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://sjs.bamboohr.com/careers/77?source=aWQ9OA%3D%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">Senior School English Teacher</span></a></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">The posting will be active until filled. If you are having any problems submitting your application, please email [email protected]</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #7d1c30; font-family: Inter,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Inter, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">St. John’s School is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and working environment where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported. 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