Elementary Teachers

School District 59 Peace River South; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational district in Dawson Creek is looking for dynamic and inclusive Elementary School Teachers (K-8) for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include providing full-time instruction, collaborating with peers, and employing evidence-based strategies to support diverse student needs. Ideal candidates hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate and are committed to fostering an engaging learning environment. The role offers benefits including relocation and travel allowances, aiming to enhance support for teachers in the Peace River South area.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance

Northern Travel Allowance

Remote and Rural Allowance

Qualifications

• Hold a valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate.
• Successful completion of K-12 teacher training and practicum.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time instruction for elementary students (K-8).
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices.
• Use evidence-based practices to support student outcomes.

Skills

Classroom management

Adaptability

Individualized instruction

Collaboration

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Education

Valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate

K-12 teacher training and practicum

Job description

Overview

Anticipated Full-Time Elementary School Teachers (K-8). School District No. 59 (Peace River South) is accepting applications for anticipated full-time teaching positions (1.0 FTE) for the 2026-2027 school year from qualified teachers at the elementary level. University Bachelor of Education students graduating this spring are encouraged to begin the application process now for full-time teaching positions in Dawson Creek, Chetwynd or Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. We are seeking teachers to be a part of our team.

The ideal teacher candidate begins with students at the heart of their practice; teaching the learner, not just the curriculum. They create inclusive classrooms where students of all abilities feel valued, supported, and challenged. We are seeking teachers who are open-minded professionals who collaborate, reflect, and continuously learn to improve their craft. Grounded in research-based practice and guided by care, they strive to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time instruction for elementary students (K-8) with a focus on student-centered learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, reflect, and continuously improve teaching practice.
• Implement inclusive teaching strategies to support students of all abilities.
• Use evidence-based practices to support student learning and outcomes.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Hold, or be qualified for, a valid BC Ministry of Education Teaching Certificate
• Successful K-12 teacher training and practicum or evaluation documentation
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Desired Qualifications and Experience

• Experience adapting and modifying curriculum to meet diverse student needs
• Ability to develop and implement individualized learning plans
• Strong classroom management skills
• Experience working with students who display a variety of behaviours
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Willingness to work with school initiatives and goals
• Capacity to work independently and in collaboration with a team
• Commitment to individualized and group instruction using varied effective strategies
• Experience teaching in a multiage group setting
• Engages in fair, student-focused assessment practices aligned with the BC curriculum

Benefits and Additional Information

• Relocation Allowance: Up to $5,000 for out-of-district applicants (with submission of approved receipts)
• Northern Travel Allowance: Up to $4,000 as a Northern Allowance Travel benefit
• Remote and Rural Allowance: Approximately $3,035 per FTE; TOCs are not eligible
• The annual allowance may increase as defined within the Collective Agreement with the BC Teachers Federation
• Did you know? Effective December 31, 2025, some teachers may be eligible for enhanced benefits as described by district policies

For more information about teaching in School District No. 59, incentives and benefits offered, and the Peace River South area, please visit www.discover59.ca.