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 2020-2021 academic year.
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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We have openings for Home Learning Support Teachers (HLSTs) for the 2020-21 school year in various lower mainland communities.
Summary of position: This position is ideal for creative and enthusiastic teachers who enjoy learning and value the flexibility of an individualized approach to education from a Christian perspective. Applicants should be elementary specialists, comfortable with all aspects of grades K-7 and should enjoy researching curricula options that support varied learning styles. Applicants must be comfortable communicating with families and learners through online learning management systems and through in-person visits (4 – 5 times a year) with learners and families. Strong organizational skills are an asset. Applicants are encouraged to consider teaching in our Face-to-Face classes in addition to working as a Home Learning Support Teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS: All Home Learning Support Teachers (HLSTs) must be certified by the B.C. Teachers Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools. HLSTs must also be Christian and must agree with RCOA’s Statement of Faith.
EXPERIENCE: Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning is an asset but not required.
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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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Community Class Teachers
We have will post openings for the 2021-22 school year in Spring 2021
Summary of position: This position is ideal for teachers who are interested in teaching a single or multi-grade class for 21 days in the year (7 days per term). Community Class Teachers plan and teach a thematic-based unit with a different focus each term, assess student learning, and communicate with Home Learning Support Teachers and parents through Term Summaries. Interested applicants should enjoy using hands-on and project-based learning methods and should work well in a team with other teachers and support staff.
QUALIFICATIONS: Community Class Teachers must be certified by the B.C. Teachers Regulation Branch or the
Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools. Community Class Teachers must also be Christian and must agree with RCOA’s Statement of Faith. Non-certified individuals may apply to work as a teacher under the mentorship of a certified teacher.
Experience: Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning and project-based learning is an asset but not required.
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Kevin Laser
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Those applying for this area must be passionate about, ,and experienced in the area of specialty they are applying to lead.
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DRAMA PROGRAM SUMMARY OF POSITION: Ability to inspire and lead a multi-grade group through drama creation and activities to play with purpose, teamwork challenges, imaginary journeys, and collaborative creation of scene work to explore a different theme each term. At the end of each term, the group will share pieces of their creative process with families in an open workshop.
OUTDOOR PROGRAM 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, or drama program are ideal candidates, however, applications from non-certified candidates meeting all other criteria will be considered.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience related to working in Outdoor or Drama based programs, experience with Distributed Learning is required for teaching positions and helpful, but not necessary, for the instructor positions.
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Brenda Fawkes
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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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Partners in Education (PIE) Teachers
We have an opening for the 2020-21 school year in the following Vancouver Island community:
Duncan: Assistant PIE Teacher for Term 3 (Tuesdays) Maternity Leave April-June 2021
We have openings for the 2021-2022 school year in the following Lower Mainland communities:
Surrey: 4 – 7 Multi-grade class (Tuesdays) PIE Teacher
Burnaby: 4 – 7 Multi-grade class (Fridays) PIE Teacher
Abbotsford: K/1 grade class (Tuesdays) PIE Teacher
Langley: K/1 grade class (Thursdays) PIE Teacher
Summary of Position: We are looking for creative and enthusiastic teachers who are interested in teaching a multi-grade one day/week class throughout the school year. PIE teachers plan, teach, and assess learners in Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, and ADST through hands-on learning and project-based assignments, including supplemental activities that learners complete at home. Applicants should enjoy working in a team with other teachers and support staff.
Qualifications: PIE Teachers must be certified by the B.C. Teachers Regulation Branch or the Office of the Inspector of Independent Schools. PIE Teachers must also be Christian and must agree with RCOA’s Statement of Faith. Non-certified individuals may apply to work as an Assistant Teacher under the mentorship of a certified teacher.
Experience: Experience and education related to working with students in Distributed Learning and project-based learning is an asset but not required.
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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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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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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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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:
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- 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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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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Livestream
Applications being accepted for: September 2021 part-time livestream teaching positions, 2 blocks per week on Monday and Wednesday mornings via Zoom for Grade 9 Science and Humanities in our dynamic, growing Homeroom HUB program
Lower Mainland F2F
Applications being accepted for: September 2021 part-time classroom teaching positions, 1-2 days per week in Abbotsford/Langley area for Grade 8&9 Math and Science.
Applications being accepted for our TTOC lists on Vancouver Island . Open to both certified and non-certified teachers.
Vancouver Island F2F
Applications being accepted for: September 2021 part-time classroom teaching positions, 1-2 days per week in Duncan/Ladysmith area and Victoria for Grade 8&9 Science and Humanities.
Applications being accepted for our TTOC lists on Vancouver Island . Open to both certified and non-certified teachers.
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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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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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
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.
Current Openings (feel free to apply for multiple openings in one application)
Special Education Assistant: Ladysmith, Vancouver Island, B.C.
Special Education Assistant (SEA) to work in our Outdoor Exploration classes in Ladysmith with a grade six student on the Autism Spectrum. This position involves 3 hours per week, on Wednesday mornings for two seven-week blocks, from January to May. Please contact Nina Denison (ndenison@rcoa.ca), Special Education Coordinator, directly if you are interested.
Special Education Assistant: Surrey B.C.
Special Education Assistant needed at Surrey PIE class on Tuesday mornings for 2-3 hours (9 am-12 pm) for a Grade 6 learner. This student has a learning disability in writing and needs one-to-one support in the morning during their Language Arts work block. Duties would include scribing to support brainstorming, help with pre-writing activities, adjust or break down assignments into smaller pieces, editing, and encouraging the learner. If you are available Tuesdays and interested in this Surrey area position please contact:
Special Education Coordinator: Nina Denison (ndenison@rcoa.ca)
Special Education Assistant: Duncan, Vancouver Island, B.C.
Special Education Assistant to work in our face-to-face classroom setting in Duncan with a grade 11 student on the Autism Spectrum. This position involves 4 hours per week on Thursdays (9:25 am to 1:25 pm) starting mid-January 2021. Participation in community learning activities may be part of this position. SEA must provide their own transportation. If you are available Thursdays and interested in this Duncan area position please contact: Special Education Coordinator: Marilyn Smith (msmith@rcoa.ca)
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