Position: Senior School Teacher (Shop 8 and Automotive Technology 11 and 12)
Programme: Classics for Kids
FTE: 0.5
Term: 2026-2027 Academic Year
Teaching Assignment: One Shop 8 class and two cohorts of Automotive Technology 11-12 (three timetabled blocks)
Reports to: Principal, Senior School
Purpose of the Role
The teacher is the teacher of record for all three blocks and is responsible for planning, delivering, assessing and reporting on each course in accordance with the British Columbia curriculum and the requirements of the Ministry of Education and Child Care.
SHOP 8: ADST 8 (one class, termly rotation)
Grade 8 students develop their ADST curricular competencies in the automotive environment. The teacher will:
- deliver the ADST 8 curricular competencies through automotive contexts and tasks;
- guide students through the design process: understanding context, defining, ideating, prototyping, testing, making and sharing;
- teach the safe and appropriate use of tools, equipment and materials at an introductory level, including tool-by-tool instruction and readiness checks before independent use;
- structure practical tasks appropriately for a termly rotation and for students who may have no prior shop experience;
- establish workshop routines, housekeeping standards and personal protective equipment expectations suitable to the age group;
- maintain closer and more active supervision than is required for senior students.
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY 11 AND 12 (two cohorts)
A Ministry-developed curriculum course delivered through the Classics for Kids programme. Authentic restoration projects are the primary practical setting, but the full breadth of the curriculum must be taught and assessed:
- automotive tools, equipment and shop practice;
- engine operation, vehicle systems and powertrain;
- preventative maintenance and scheduled servicing;
- diagnostic procedures and the use of technical service information;
- electrical, ignition, charging and fuel systems;
- brakes, steering, suspension and chassis;
- body, restoration, welding and fabrication as appropriate to the project;
- vehicle inspection and roadworthiness;
- emerging automotive technologies and alternative energy systems;
- the environmental and social impacts of vehicle operation, maintenance and disposal.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop course plans, unit plans, lessons, demonstrations, assignments and assessments appropriate to each grade level and to students with varying technical experience.
- Document curriculum in Atlas to the standard required for Ministry inspection.
- Assess, grade and report on student learning in accordance with School and provincial requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, achievement, incidents, safety training and student progress.
- Differentiate instruction and provide appropriate support for diverse learning needs.
- Communicate with families about student progress and participate in reporting and conference cycles.
- Establish, teach and consistently enforce shop-safety procedures, differentiated for Grade 8 and senior students.
- Conduct safety orientations and assess student readiness before permitting independent use of tools or equipment; maintain active supervision during all practical activities.
- Inspect and help maintain tools, equipment, vehicles and instructional spaces, and identify required supplies, repairs and safety concerns.
- Collaborate with colleagues and programme-support personnel, and participate in staff meetings, professional learning and School activities.
- Perform other related duties appropriate to the position.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- A valid B.C. Certificate of Qualification, Independent School Teaching Certificate, or other teaching authorisation recognised by the Ministry of Education and Child Care, covering both the Shop 8 and Automotive Technology assignments.
- Demonstrated education, training or substantial documented professional experience in automotive technology, automotive service or mechanics sufficient to teach and assess the full Automotive Technology 11 and 12 curriculum, including diagnostics, electrical and fuel systems, powertrain, maintenance and vehicle inspection.
- The breadth to deliver ADST 8 curricular competencies through automotive contexts to Grade 8 students with no prior shop experience.
- Demonstrated capacity to plan, assess, grade and report on student learning to provincial standards, and to document curriculum for review.
- Experience planning and delivering instruction, training, coaching or mentorship.
- Experience working effectively with secondary-school-aged students or youth, at both junior and senior levels.
- Strong knowledge of automotive-shop safety procedures and the safe use of hand, power, pneumatic, diagnostic, lifting and fabrication equipment.
- Strong communication, organization, classroom-management and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to assess technical skills and provide clear, constructive feedback.
- The ability to work collaboratively as part of a school team.
- A commitment to inclusive, student-centred and experiential education.
- Eligibility to work in Canada.
- The ability to successfully complete a Criminal Record Check for work with children and vulnerable adults.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following would be considered assets:
- B.C. teacher certification with experience teaching Applied Design, Skills and Technologies, automotive technology, mechanics, metalwork or another trades-related subject.
- Red Seal endorsement, SkilledTradesBC certification or another recognized automotive, mechanical, welding, fabrication or autobody credential.
- Formal education in automotive service, mechanics, welding, fabrication or a related trade.
- Professional experience with classic-car restoration, engine repair, vehicle diagnostics, metal fabrication or custom automotive projects.
- Experience safely supervising students or employees in a workshop, automotive or construction environment.
- Experience developing project-based and competency-based learning activities.
- Current Occupational First Aid, WHMIS or other relevant safety training.
Candidates who do not currently hold a B.C. teaching certificate but possess significant specialized automotive expertise may be considered where no suitable certified teacher is available. Any appointment would be conditional upon the candidate obtaining the teaching authorization required by the B.C. Ministry of Education and Child Care, including a Letter of Permission naming both the Shop 8 and Automotive Technology 11 and 12 assignments where applicable, and upon the candidate accepting the responsibilities set out above.
