Regent Christian Online Academy (RCOA) is always excited to hear from prospective members who are interested in joining our dynamic and dedicated team. There are a wide variety of opportunities within RCOA in the classroom, working online from home, and supporting families in the community. A vital reason for the strength of our team is the way staff and administration embrace our Missions and Core Values. Before submitting an application please get to know us by reading through this page: https://rcoa.ca/our-school/
Career Opportunities
Build an exciting career while filling a crucial role in partnering with families through our DL Blended Learning Program.
We are currently accepting applications for the following opportunities for the upcoming 2019-2020 academic year.
Home Learning Support Teachers
Community Classroom Teachers
Outdoor Exploration Teachers
Partners in Education (PIE)
Community Class or PIE Classroom Education Assistants
Program Advisor and Curriculum Consultant: High School (grade 8 – 12)
Highschool Project-Based Learning Design Team Members
Highschool Face to Face Club, Class, Activity and Subject Specialty Online Teachers
Special Needs Coordinators
Special Education Support Staff
Home Learning Support Teachers
Those applying for this area should be Elementary specialists comfortable with all grades K-7, able to support families utilizing a wide variety of curricula and online resources in all subjects and comfortable with communicating via online Learning Management Systems (LMS).
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At this time we do not have openings for teachers (Home Learning Support Teachers) for the 2019/2020 school year, we will be posting information on 2020/2021 positions in the new year.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Those applying for these positions should be elementary specialists, comfortable with all aspects of grades K-7. Although not having home schooling experience yourself would definitely not disqualify you, it is a definite advantage. Teachers would need to be able to support families utilizing a wide variety of curricula and online resources and must be comfortable in communicating through multiple Online Management Systems. All of our HLSTs also visit, in person, their families. To be well organized is crucial.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
All HLSTs must hold a valid and current teacher certification through the TRB of BC. All HLSTs must be Christian and agree with RCOA’s Statement of Faith.
EXPERIENCE:
As mentioned, home schooling experience would be a positive addition, but not a necessity.
CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
With the new re-designed BC Educational Plan we are moving into an era of understanding how to support parents and your learners, at least in part utilizing the principles of Inquiry-based/Project-based learning to support covering the Big Ideas, Curricular Competencies and Content. RCOA comes alongside families who have a passion for schooling at home. We encourage HLSTs to also consider some F2F classroom opportunities.
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Community Classroom Teachers
Those applying for this area should be creative classroom teachers willing to work with a wide range of grade levels and skill abilities in one classroom.
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At this time we do not have openings for teachers (Home Learning Support Teachers) for the 2019/2020 school year, we will be posting information on 2020/2021 positions in the new year.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under direction of a Community Class Coordinator teachers will teach a single or multi grade class 21 days in the year. Classes are 5 hours per day, 7 days per term. Teachers will plan individually and collaboratively, teach science for one term as well as a variety of other subjects, assess student learning, and report on student academic growth.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
A teacher who is certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools. A teacher who enjoys the opportunity to teach students who are in a Distributed Learning or Homeschooling program.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning and project based learning is helpful but not necessary.
CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools.
- Ability to plan, have classroom management skills, work collaboratively, assess student learning, and write term summaries.
- Understanding of the dynamics of Distributed Learning.
- Ability to function as a member of an educational team and collaborate with teachers, parents, EA’s, SEA’s.
- Strong behavior management and positive discipline skills.
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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Assistant Director of Community Classes:
Kevin Laser: klaser@rcoa.ca
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Outdoor Exploration Teachers
Those applying for this area should be passionate about the outdoors willing to work with a range of grade levels in a place-based, inquiry-play, experiential learning environment.
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All positions have been filled for 2019/20. We plan to expand this program in 2020/21 and would welcome advance applications for next year.
Lower Mainland
Outdoor Exploration Teachers and Assistants in the Fraser Valley/Lower Mainland area – applications may be considered for a teacher holding a Letter of Permission or a qualified non-certified teacher who will then be partnered with a fully certified teacher who will guide in planning and assessment.
Vancouver Island
Outdoor Exploration Assistant required in the Victoria Area – applications may be considered for a teacher holding a Letter of Permission or a qualified non-certified teacher who will then be partnered with a fully certified teacher who will guide in planning and assessment.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under direction of the Program Coordinator teachers will teach an on-site outdoor class 21 days in the year. Classes are 5 hours per day. Teachers plan and teach this enrichment program through local place-based, inquiry-play, experiential learning, covering content in subject areas such as Christian stewardship, science, ADST, social studies, physical education, art, music, drama, and storytelling. Learning takes place entirely outdoors in mixed-aged groups of children. Highlights are opportunities to explore the biodiversity found in local areas, learn survival and safety skills, and develop environmental literacy through hands-on activities.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
A teacher who is certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools who enjoys the opportunity to teach students who are in a Distributed Learning or Homeschooling program in an outdoor environment is an ideal candidate, however, applications from non-certified candidates meeting all other criteria will be considered.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience related to working in Outdoor based programs, experience with Distributed Learning is required for teaching positions and helpful, but not necessary, for the assistant positions.
CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to plan, have classroom management skills, work collaboratively, assess student learning, and write term summaries.
- Understanding of the dynamics of Distributed Learning.
- Ability to function as a member of an educational team and collaborate with teachers, parents, EA’s, SEA’s.
- Strong behavior management and positive discipline skills.
- First-Aid Certification
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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Assistant Director of Community Classes:
Brenda Fawkes: bfawkes@rcoa.ca
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Partners in Education (PIE)
Those applying for this area will guide learners in cross-curricular ELA, Science, SS, & ADST Project Based Learning in a multi-grade classroom 1d/wk as well as provide the family with weekly lesson plans for 1d/wk at home.
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At this time we do not have openings for teachers (Home Learning Support Teachers) for the 2019/2020 school year, we will be posting information on 2020/2021 positions in the new year.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Will teach a multi grade class 30 days in the year and co-organize 3 fieldtrips. Classes are 5.5 hours per day. Teachers will plan individually and collaboratively, utilize FreshGrade for project assignment and guidance, assess student learning, and report on student academic growth three times a year.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
A teacher who is certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning and project based learning training and/or experience is an asset but not required.
CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools.
- Ability to plan, have classroom management skills, work collaboratively, assess student learning, and write term summaries.
- Understanding of the dynamics of Distributed Learning.
- Ability to function as a member of an educational team and collaborate with teachers, parents, EA’s, SEA’s.
- Strong behavior management and positive discipline skills.
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This is a unique specialty blended learning program more details can be found here on our Framework Page:
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Program Advisor and Curriculum Consultant: High School (grade 8 – 12)
This position entails walking alongside families and guiding them in making decisions around course selection, program format, curriculum choice, and use of our online platforms.
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Current Opportunities
This position has been filled
Summary of the position
Do you have a desire to support learners and parents in their home education journey? Do you have an appreciation for learning? Are you fond of books and curriculum? Program Advising and Curriculum Consultation may be the career for you! We invite you to apply to join our dynamic team of educators who strive for excellence in all that we do as we support learners who school mostly from home. This position entails walking alongside families and guiding them in making decisions around course selection, program format, curriculum choice, and use of our online platforms. Applicants should be willing to spend on average up to ten hours per month throughout the year with periods of little no work and busier times as required. This position is part time with the potential for more with Regent Christian Online Academy experience.
This position will be open for applicants until Friday, February 16, 2018.
Qualifications
· Preference will be given to the candidate with a knowledge of popular high school (grade 8 – 12) curriculums.
· An understanding of/interest in learning the details of the grade 8 – 12 New Education Plan is required.
· A homeschooling parent of high school aged or distributed learning high school teacher is preferred.
· Must be comfortable with a phone-based work environment.
Experience
· Experience with distributed learning is a must
· Some post-secondary training with a degree preferred
· Experience with teenagers
· Knowledge of the New Ed BC Plan will be valued
Credentials and/or Skills and Abilities
· An Evangelical Christian whose lifestyle and moral standards are consistent with those professing a faith in Christ and adhering to the Bible;
· In support of the Statement of Faith of Regent Christian Online Academy, as stated on the website;
· Understanding of the dynamics of Distributed Learning;
· Strong interpersonal, problem solving and customer service skills;
· Ability to listen, understand and overcome obstacles;
· Ability to maintain a calm, friendly demeanor when assisting students/families;
· Work independently in the absence of supervision;
· Use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines;
· Ability to work well under pressure;
· Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously;
· Excellent information tracking and follow up abilities;
· Ability to function as a member of an educational team;
· Comfortability with online learning management systems.
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Highschool Project-Based Learning Design Team Members
Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning and project based learning.
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Lower Mainland
Applications being accepted
Vancouver Island
Applications being accepted
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Are you a home school mom who has a passion for creating project/inquiry based course plans for your children? Are you a campus school high school teacher who enjoys creating engaging learning opportunities for your learners? Are you a business person with expertise in a high school subject area and would enjoy creating some real life learning opportunities for grade 10 – 12 learners? God may be calling you to join our RCOA team! We are praying for the right people to join our course writing teams as we transition to the New Education Plan 10 – 12. Team members will work mostly from the comfort of their own homes and meet regularly with other team members via skype. Some face to face meeting may be required.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
Expertise in a grade 10 – 12 subject area.
Experience with ministry of education expectations is an asset but not required.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning and project based learning.
CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Understanding of the dynamics of Distributed Learning.
Ability to function as a member of an educational team and collaborate with team members. - Comfortability with online learning management systems an asset but not a requirement.
- Understanding of the dynamics of Distributed Learning.
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Highschool Face to Face Club, Class, Activity and Subject Specialty Online Teachers
Must love mentoring teens and be passionate about fostering a creative group learning environment. Those applying for this area should be proficient in at least two or three subject areas and comfortable with navigating and designing courses in various online Learning Management Systems (LMS).
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Vancouver Island F2F
Applications being accepted for a Part Time Classroom teaching position on Tuesdays & Thursdays in Duncan for Grade 8&9 Science, Science 10, Life Science 11, Science for Citizens 11, Anatomy & Physiology 12, & Equine Sciences 12
Lower Mainland F2F
Applications being accepted for: Part Time Classroom teaching positions open in Langley on Wednesdays & Abbotsford on Thursdays for a Middle School Science and/or Math F2F Specialist and a Part Time Classroom teaching position open in Langley on Mondays for Culinary Arts, Robotics, or other ADST Options.
ONLINE TEACHING POSITIONS OPEN:
RCOA is on the search for teachers with expertise in Humanities, Math/Science, International Languages, and Information Technology (robotics, programming, woodwork, textiles, culinary arts) grades 8 – 12.
We invite you to apply to join our dynamic team of educators who strive for excellence in all that we do as we support learners who school mostly from home. Teachers will guide learners through ministry of education expectations; providing formative assessment throughout. Applicants should be willing to spend several days per school year to one day per week face to face with learners; depending on the needs we have in our blended learning opportunities. The available positions are part time with the potential for more with RCOA experience.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
A teacher who is certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools. A teacher who enjoys the opportunity to teach students who are in a Distributed Learning or Homeschooling program.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning and project based learning is helpful but not necessary.
CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools.
- Applicants should have a heart for being role models for Christ.
- Understanding of the dynamics of Distributed Learning.
- Ability to function as a member of an educational team and collaborate with teachers, parents, EA’s, SEA’s.
- Comfortability with online learning management systems
Strong communication skills - A willingness to put in place solid organizational systems for tracking information
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Special Needs Coordinators
Under direction of Special Needs Director (SND) the Special Needs Coordinator will provide quality educational services to special education students and their parents in a home learning setting, through a commitment to working alongside the parents and education team in planning and implementing student IEP programs.
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Lower Mainland
Applications being accepted for 2019/2020
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Under direction of Special Needs Director (SND) the Special Needs Coordinator will provide quality educational services to special education students and their parents in a home learning setting, through a commitment to working alongside the parents and education team in planning and implementing student IEP programs.
QUALIFICATIONS – EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:
An experienced special education teacher, certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools. A teacher who enjoys the opportunity to support families who have chosen to educate their children with special needs in a home learning environment. Should possess experience in special education or related field. Training or experience in and ability to modify/adapt general education curriculum, create IEP’s and compile special needs funding justification documents.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience and education related to working with individuals who have special learning needs. This could include, but is not limited to ASD, FASD, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Health Impairments, Hearing Loss, Visual Impairments, Learning Disabilities, Behavior or Mental Health concerns, etc. Experience and/or a desire to work with coded special education students (K-12) and their families in a home learning setting; ability to modify/adapt curriculum; ability to collaborate with family and team members to write SMART IEP’s and student learning plans.
CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Certified by the B.C. Teacher Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools.
- Ability to recognize learning challenges, prescribe remediation and evaluate student progress.
- Understanding of the dynamics and challenges faced by families with children who have special needs.
- Ability to function as a member of an educational team and collaborate with parents, SEA’s, general education staff, therapy providers, support personnel and community agencies.
- Strong behavior management and positive discipline skills.
- Ability to be flexible and receptive to change.
- Some experience or training in interpreting the standardized scores and relevant details found in Ed Psych and other assessment reports.
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If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our Director of Special Education:
Marilyn Smith: msmith@rcoa.ca
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Special Education Support Staff
Tutors, Special Education Assistants, Community Support Workers, and Behavior Interventionists. These positions require working in home and community with kindergarten to grade 12 learners with a wide range of special needs and learning assistance challenges.
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LOCATIONS: Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Lower Mainland, Kamloops, and Christina Lake
Applications being accepted for 2019/2020
NEEDED FOR SEPTEMBER: SEA’s/one to one support staff to work with learners who have special education needs in classes, at home and in the community. A wide variety of positions available in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, the lower Mainland, Kamloops and Christina Lake. Teachers, SEA’s, EA’s and others with relevant experience working with children and teens welcome to apply. A very rewarding and enriching role and a unique opportunity to support families!
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
We are looking for people interested in working as Special Education Assistants (SEA) part time with children and teens who have special needs. The positions commence in early September 2019. SEAs will carry out lessons and life skills activities that have been pre planned, transport students to therapies, assist students with community class activities and work as part of a team. Support from therapists, a home learning support teacher, parents and the special needs coordinator will be provided. The children have a range of physical, health, behavioural and learning support needs.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, CREDENTIALS AND/OR SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Experience and/or SEA certification is an asset but those with a strong interest, related experience or training and a willingness to learn will also be considered. Christian individuals who have an empathetic nature, experience working with school aged children, some special needs background and a willingness to be flexible. If you enjoy working with children/youth, are creative, enthusiastic, patient and flexible this may be the job for you.
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