T2627-306 0.80 Fte Temporary Grades K-7 Music & Fine Arts Teacher Jobs in Courtenay, BC

School District 71 is an inclusive learning community that embraces diversity, fosters relationships and empowers all learners to have a positive impact on the world. Our mission is to work with our educational partners to inspire engaged, compassionate, resilient lifelong learners and cultivate a collaborative community together.

We invite applications for the temporary position of:

0.80 FTE Grades K-7 Music/Fine Arts Teacher: Fine Arts eCademy (FAe/Compass)
This assignment will begin as noted above or upon leave of the incumbent and will end June 30, 2027 or upon return of the incumbent.

MUSIC: Fine Arts eCademy: Fine Arts/Music Teacher (FAe/Compass)

The Fine Arts eCademy (FAe) is a blended learning, fine-arts focused elementary program with students from Kindergarten - Grade 7. The program was locally developed on the idea of "what school could look like?" The program is unique within its delivery of curriculum through the fine arts lens, the focus on social emotional needs of students with the Circle of Courage from Martin Brokenleg, and the shared learning that occurs between the students, teachers and families. Teachers at FAe support students in multi-grade classes, with diverse needs and abilities. During the home learning days, our educators support families across multiple platforms, spend time planning and collaborate with their grade group colleagues and the greater FAe community.

Demonstrated experience in creating engaging lessons and learning activities that promote exploration, creativity, and skill development in music, visual arts and other fine arts disciplines
Experience and background knowledge in fine art/performing arts is a requirement
Experience in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel safe, supported, and encouraged to express themselves creatively.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to working collaboratively as part of a teacher team advancing methods in curriculum integration, project-based learning and personalization (K-7)
Skill and experience coordinating and integrating community-based, fine arts programs within the instructional platform of multigrade classrooms (K-7)
Planning and coordinating 4 Celebrations of Learning throughout the year (may be an alternate schedule - extended hours)
Planning and coordinating 3 "Spark Exploration Weeks" where community members and mentors work with students and their interests
Advanced instruction skills teaching with e-portfolios (Seesaw), blogs (Seesaw), websites and supporting Assessment for Learning (AFL) practices
Skill and experience coordinating and integrating community-based programs
Creating online fine arts resources to be utilized across the Navigate NIDES Learning Community.

Our educational team is committed to engaging learners to develop creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication and social competencies. Our educators use and develop best practices through meaningful and purposeful collaboration and inquiry. As lifelong learners themselves, our educators embrace diversity, apply assessment for learning approaches, and integrate technology in meaningful ways to personalize learning. Successful candidates will demonstrate a willingness to embrace and share the district’s commitments outlined above and model its principles in their practice.

Salary range is in accordance with the BC Teachers Federation and can be found by clicking this link: https://bit.ly/SD71_BCTF_Salary_Grid_2025

To Apply:

School District 71 welcomes diverse candidates and encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity. As an inclusive learning community we are committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, students and community, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process may contact: hr@sd71.bc.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in confidence by submitting a cover letter, resume with supporting documentation and contact information for three (3) professional references through www.makeafuture.ca/comox [- ](http://www.makeafuture.ca/comox- valley)valley . Only applicants with a complete application package may be considered.

**Please note **: Candidate applications will be reviewed, and the best qualified candidate will be identified in accordance with the updated qualification language outlined in Article E. 22 of the SD71/CDTA Collective Agreement - https://bit.ly/SD71_CDTA_E22_Qualification_language_update_2025

We sincerely thank all applicants for considering us an employer of choice. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Review Act.

Thank you for your interest in School District 71 (Comox Valley)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Posted On

June 09, 2026 01:09 PM PST/PDT

Closing Date & Time

June 15, 2026 01:00 PM PST/PDT

Job Type

Contract/Term

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

Courtenay

School/Location

NIDES (On-site in the Comox Valley)

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Salary

TBD

Employment Start Date

September 01, 2026

End Date

06/30/2027

FTE

0.80

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Resume
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