Educator

Postion Summary

The Educator is responsible for delivering engaging and effective instruction to students ages 6 through 13 in accordance with the Jarvis Institute of Education curriculum. The Educator has the flexibility to teach content for half the day and focus on the social development of students during the second half. The teacher fosters a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment that supports the academic, social, emotional, and physical development of each student.

Regulated Requirements

This position is governed by the Jarvis Institute’s policies. All applicants must meet the following regulatory requirements:

• Valid Bachelor’s degree or diploma of Qualification or equivalent
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Adherence to the Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession and the Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession

Key Responsibilities

Curriculum & Instruction

• Prepare, and deliver lessons aligned with the Jarvis curriculum for the assigned grade(s)
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, abilities, and interests of all students
• Demonstrates openness to new teaching methodologies to develop a fully competent Jarvis Institute Graduate.
• Integrate cross-curricular learning and 21st-century skills including critical thinking, first principle, communication, and digital literacy
• Use a variety of teaching strategies including First Principles, inquiry-based learning, cooperative learning, and project-based approaches

Assessment & Evaluation

• Design and administer a range of assessments in line with “Our Promise”: Every student who completes a Jarvis programme will leave with the ability to deconstruct, analyse, build, iterate, and defend an engineered solution — not just describe one from a textbook.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of student progress and achievement
• Communicate student progress to parents and guardians through conferences, written reports, and ongoing communication

Classroom & Student Management

• Establish and maintain a respectful, inclusive, and structured classroom environment in a virtual setting
• Identify and respond to students' social-emotional learning needs in collaboration with support staff
• Educator demonstrates strong understanding of Jarvis’s Mission and Vision statement when spending time with the student to ensure they are on the right track to the Jarvis-Success

Professional & Collaborative Responsibilities

• Participate actively in school-wide initiatives, staff meetings, and professional development activities
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff, administrators, and partners
• Engage in ongoing professional learning aligned with Jarvis Institute standards and priorities
• Supervise students during other assigned duty periods
• Contribute to a positive school climate by modelling respect, equity, and well-being

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or Graduate Diploma from a recognized and accredited institution or equivalent
• Experience with teaching children in smaller settings
• Demonstrated ability to create inclusive learning environments for diverse learners

Preferred / Assets

• Experience with project-based teaching
• Good understanding of varies AI programs or equivalent platforms
• Knowledge of Truth and Reconciliation principles and Indigenous pedagogy
• First Aid and CPR certification

Teaching Philosophy & Attributes

Beyond the qualifications above, the ideal Jarvis Educator embodies the following qualities and approach to teaching:

• Builds genuine relationships with each student. With a maximum class ratio of 1:6, teachers are expected to make a deliberate effort to connect with every student and learn their individual learning styles, strengths, and abilities.
• Is a lifelong learner. Actively keeps up with new technologies and continually learns new skills. This curiosity keeps the Educator relatable to students and models the learning mindset Jarvis aims to instill.
• Asks thoughtful, open questions. Uses guided but not overly prescriptive questioning to spark curiosity, encourage deeper thinking, and remind students to strive and push themselves further.
• Practises patience and restraint. Lets students try, struggle, and discover without rushing to intervene or defaulting to traditional, lecture-style instruction. Resists the urge to provide the answer too quickly.
• Focuses on how students think, not just what they produce. Keeps in mind that the goal is to transform a student’s way of thinking and approach to problem-solving — the project or final outcome is the vehicle, not the destination.
• Champions holistic student growth. Invested in developing students across every dimension — social, leadership, academic knowledge, the arts, technology, environmental awareness, and mindset.
• Creates exciting projects for students. We seek mentors who can turn complex real-world systems into exciting and relevant projects that inspire students to think independently and create with purpose.

Working Conditions

This role is a school-based position operating within the standard school year (approximately 194 instructional days). The teacher will work virtually in a stimulating classroom setting. The role requires standing for extended periods and may involve creating lesson plans and sourcing components for project materials.

Pay: $45,000.00-$85,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Dental care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Have you taught students in an online setting? If yes, what challenegs did you face?
• How do you think AI is affecting the education system?
• Have you built a hands-on project with students before?
• If you can change one thing about the current education system, what would it be?

Education

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience

• Teaching: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Remote