Full-Time Physical Education Teacher

Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy is seeking applications for a Full-time Physical Education Teacher

Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy is part of a beautiful multi-million dollar complex complete with a mosque, classrooms, and a full-size gymnasium. Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy teaches the B.C. curriculum in an Islamic setting and is a Group 1 classification of Independent schools under the Ministry of Education guidelines. The school opened its doors for the first time in September 2003 and currently offers a Junior Kindergarten preschool and Kindergarten to Grade 9 education.

We are inviting applications from caring individuals who are sensitive to the needs of children and who desire to be part of an enthusiastic team.

Required qualifications include:

• BC Professional Teacher Certification from the BC Teacher Regulation Office

• Knowledge of pedagogy including instructional strategies, theory of teaching literacy/numeracy, and child development is essential.

• Knowledge of current curriculum trends including teaching early reading and numeracy

• Interest in taking on extra-curricular activities

• Desire to work collaboratively with an energetic and enthusiastic team

• Experience with ESL / struggling students is an asset

• Background in Islam is an asset

This is a Full-time position for September 2024. Applications will be accepted until April 16, 2024. Resumes and supporting documents should be sent to pcohee@azia.ca or mailed to:

Attn: Principal

Az-Zahraa Islamic Academy

8580 No. 5 Road

Richmond, BC

V6Y 2V4