Middle Level Alternative School Teacher

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP • Adult High/Alternate Programs, NS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Junior High teacher plays a critical role in supporting student learning and achievement within the South Shore Regional Centre for Education. Research consistently shows that high-quality teaching has the greatest impact on student success, and this role is grounded in the Nova Scotia Teaching Standards, which outline the knowledge, skills, and practices required for effective teaching. This position reflects the complexity and importance of teaching, with a strong focus on meeting the diverse needs of all learners and maintaining high expectations for every student.

Requirements

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification
• Bachelor of Education - Secondary
• Math and ELA Endorsation
• Provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Check
• Attach a current resume
• Include 3 professional references, with the most recent supervisor
• Save resume as LastnameFirstnameYear

Nice To Haves

• Professional development in math, science, ELA, SS, PE
• Experience teaching grades 7-9
• Know, respond to, and engage all students
• Know the subjects they teach and how to teach them
• Current Child Abuse Register Check and Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Checks (less than 3 months old)

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 7-9 Math (20%)
• Teach Grade 7-9 English Language Arts (20%)
• Teach Grade 7-9 Physical Education (12%)
• Teach Grade 7-9 Science (12%)
• Teach Grade 7-9 Social Studies (12%)
• Teach Grade 7-9 Healthy Living (12%)
• Support student learning and achievement
• Meet the diverse needs of all learners
• Maintain high expectations for every student
• Use ‘Assessment for and of Learning’ to guide teaching and learning
• Create safe and positive learning environments
• Participate in professional learning throughout their careers
• Model and promote professionalism in teaching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level