Class Teacher

The Vancouver Waldorf School; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental benefits

Pension matching

Tuition remission

Professional development

Collaborative faculty culture

Job summary

The Vancouver Waldorf School (VWS) is seeking an experienced Grade School Class Teacher (1.0 FTE) to join our Grade School faculty. This full-time role leads a class of up to 30 students through the foundational year of elementary school within the Waldorf curriculum.

We value deep commitment to Waldorf education, strong classroom leadership, and collaborative work across departments. A warm, grounded presence and clear communication with students, families, and colleagues are essential.

Qualifications

• BC Teaching Certificate or eligibility via the BC Ministry of Education
• Waldorf Teacher Training Certificate or willingness to begin training within two years of hire
• Five or more years of Waldorf class teaching experience preferred
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to whole-school life

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver daily Main Lesson and track classes aligned with Waldorf curriculum and BC Ministry outcomes
• Prepare and maintain a well-ordered, nurturing classroom environment
• Assess and document student progress
• Provide oral and written progress reports, participate in parent-teacher conferences, and communicate with families
• Serve as a school liaison for parents and lead regular parent evenings
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings, school events, and festivals
• Support school life and collegial work, including substitute teaching when required
• Commit to ongoing professional development

Skills

English fluency

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

BC Teaching Certificate

Waldorf Teacher Training Certificate

Job description

The Vancouver Waldorf School (VWS) is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Grade School Class Teacher (1.0 FTE) to join our Grade School faculty. This full-time position involves leading a class of up to 30 students through their foundational year of elementary school, fostering a love of learning through the rich and developmentally attuned Waldorf curriculum.

The successful candidate will bring a deep commitment to Waldorf education, strong classroom leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. A passion for teaching, a warm and grounded presence, and clear communication with students, colleagues, and families are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver daily Main Lesson and track classes (subject-specific blocks) aligned with both the Waldorf curriculum and BC Ministry of Education learning outcomes
• Prepare and maintain a well-ordered, nurturing classroom environment
• Assess and document student progress
• Provide oral and written progress reports, participate in parent-teacher conferences, and maintain clear communication with families
• Serve as a school liaison for parents and lead regular parent evenings
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings, school events, and festivals
• Support school life and collegial work, including substitute teaching when required
• Commit to ongoing professional development

Qualifications & Requirements

• BC Teaching Certificate, or the ability to qualify through the BC Ministry of Education’s Teacher Certification Branch
• Waldorf Teacher Training Certificate or willingness to begin training within two years of hire
• Five or more years of Waldorf class teaching experience is preferred
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• A collaborative spirit and commitment to whole-school life

Benefits

• Extended health and dental benefits after 3 months
• Pension matching program after 1 year (for 0.75 FTE or greater)
• Tuition remission (taxable benefit) for employees with children enrolled at VWS
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative faculty culture