K-9 Program (Home and Blended)Teacher Job Description

Role The K–9 Program Teacher collaborates with families, staff, and administrators to deliver Ministry-aligned, personalized learning programs for students in Kindergarten–Grade 9.

Key Responsibilities

• Support families of K–9 students.
• Maintain as current knowledge
• Maintain as current knowledge
• Maintain current knowledge of B.C. curriculum, resources, and learning technologies.
• Assess student learning using in-person and online methods (Seesaw).
• Communicate with students and parents at least weekly.
• Complete required administrative documentation (e.g., accurate student records and active dates).

Duties Program Planning (Set-Up)

• Develop a Student Learning Plan (SLP) collaboratively with parents (and students where appropriate) that includes:
• Learning goals (student and family)
• Curriculum content and strategies
• Assessment plan (formative and summative)
• Resources and budget (per student or per class as appropriate)
• Ensure access to SLPs, communication records, and work samples for families and administration.
• Establish learning standards collaboratively.
• Guide families in accessing learning resources and courses (online/blended).
• Finalize and sign SLPs with parents.

Administration

• Review and update SLPs and budgets as needed.
• Inform administration of significant changes.

Communication

• Maintain regular, supportive communication with students and parents:
• Weekly contact (primarily via Seesaw; also email, chat, video, or phone).
• Scheduled in-person or virtual meetings as needed.
• Document all educational communication and maintain an up-to-date communication log accessible to administration.
• Respond to inquiries within 24 working hours.
• Coordinate with other teachers involved in the student's program.

Instruction

• Schedule and deliver individual instruction aligned with SLP goals.
• Organize group learning opportunities (e.g., lessons, workshops, field trips).
• Support access to learning resources and specialist services.
• Assist families with educational technology.

Assessment & Reporting

• Implement ongoing formative assessment and summative evaluation.
• Maintain records of proficiency and work samples.
• Prepare reports in accordance with policy (three formal, two informal annually).
• Assess student progress against provincial standards.
• Support administration of required assessments (e.g., FSA).

Professional Responsibilities

• Attend required training and participate in evaluation processes.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Contribute to extracurricular activities on a regular basis.

Professional Judgment & Collaboration

• Advise families on appropriate learning resources and pathways.
• Support transitions to online or blended programs (Grades 7–9).
• Assist in developing and implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) when required.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administration to address student needs.
• Report concerns or conflicts promptly.
• Reflect on and plan professional growth with administration.

Working Relationships Reports to K–9 Administration. Collaborates with teachers and staff to support effective program delivery. Minimum Qualification****s

• Valid B.C. Teaching Certificate

Revised May 2026