Big Picture Learning Teachers

GARDEN VALLEY SCHOOL DIVISION

Big Picture Learning Program Teacher

Posting # 0 01- BP L -2 6

The Garden Valley School Division is looking for two (2) Full-Time BPL Program Teachers at Garden Valley Collegiate. These positions offer a unique opportunity to support a dynamic relationship driven interest based high school model grounded in authentic real world learning.

The Division:

Garden Valley School Division is a dynamic school division located in the heartland of Manitobas beautiful Pembina Valley region. The division has a student population of over 4300 across 14 schools in the communities of Winkler Plum Coulee Schanzenfeld Hochfeld Blumenfeld Reinland and Blumengart.

The divisions largest Centre the City of Winkler has all the amenities of a larger city within a rural setting. The community is just over a one-hour drive to Winnipeg and surrounded by abundant recreational opportunities.

Our dedicated staff offers an extensive range of high-quality programs and services. Students are invited to learn grow and discover what it means to be part of a diverse community that supports a sense of belonging. Our region is one of the fastest growing areas in Manitoba as we continue to welcome new arrivals from all over the world.

The mission of Garden Valley School Division is to create an environment where everyone is inspired to reach their full potential as learners and citizens .

The BPL Program

GVSD is introducing a new Big Picture Learning program at Garden Valley Collegiate grounded in four pillars: One Student at a Time Real World Learning Advisory and Authentic Assessment. This model offers a redesigned high school experience centered on student interests community connections and meaningful demonstrations of learning.

BPL Teachers referred to as Advisors take on a role distinct from traditional classroom teaching. Advisors guide a small cohort of students through personalized learning project design academic growth and real world experiences.

Qualifications /Experience :

• A valid Manitoba Teaching Certificate.
• A strong commitment to personalized learning and student centered approaches.
• Experience building strong relationships with youth and families.
• A willingness to guide students through interest discovery real world learning and self directed project work.
• Strong communication collaboration and organizational skills.
• An ability to integrate Manitoba curriculum outcomes into non traditional learning environments.
• A growth oriented mindset and openness to ongoing professional learning.
• Experience with community partnerships inquiry/project based learning or experiential models is an asset.

The positions will beeffective September 8 202 6

Applications:

Applicants are requested to submit a comprehensive resume including a statement of educational philosophy and the names of three references that can attest to the applicants qualifications and experiences.

Applications can be mailed or emailed to:

Human Resources Department

Garden Valley School Division

BoxTriple E Boulevard

Winkler MB R6W 4B3

Email: Attention: Shayne Thomson Manager of Human Resources

Closing Date:4 :00 p . m . Thursday February 19 2026