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 Qualifications
- Valid B.C. Teaching Certificate
Revised May 2026