Elementary School (Grade 5) Teacher

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Vancouver, Shawnigan Lake; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package incl. retirement

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island is seeking an enthusiastic Grade 5 Elementary teacher to join a growing international IB school.

The successful candidate will be a self-motivated educator granted substantial professional autonomy and will help shape the school's future. The role requires a BC teaching license in good standing (or eligibility) with a passion for student-centered learning and a commitment to collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Subject-related degree, B. Ed. is preferred
• Possess a BC teachers' license and be in “good standing” or be able to obtain a BC teachers' license prior to the start of school
• Strong organizational skills and attention to student learning evidence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passion for meaningful, student-centered learning
• Enthusiastic about building community and fostering belonging
• Legal ability to work in Canada without sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage elementary students with rigorous instruction
• Teach Grades 4-5
• Integrate technology meaningfully into teaching and learning
• Use varied modalities and be responsive to student needs
• Innovate and adapt teaching practices based on best-practices and research
• Develop 21st-century ATL skills within classes
• Design assessments that support learning and mastery of skills
• Maintain an effective learning environment with dignity and student self-esteem
• Support colleagues in their professional growth

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Student-centered learning

21st-century ATL skills

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)

BC Teacher Certificate/eligible

Job description

We are delighted to be looking for an enthusiastic and passionate educator to join our small team of hard working and caring teachers who are united in their commitment to make the world a better place. Nestled between lake, forest, and mountain, St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake is a growing, international IB school on beautiful Vancouver Island. Our students are explorers, collaborators, and creators—and our teachers are right there with them.

As proud Seawolves, we value connection, curiosity, and courage in everything we do. Flexibility and a willingness to embrace change, a strong desire to collaborate, and a commitment to personal and professional growth are key dispositions of teachers who thrive at our school.

TEACHING POSITION: Elementary School (Grade 5) Teacher

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Reports to: Directors of Teaching & Learning

Remuneration: $57,760.12 - $105,533.00 annual salary range based on teaching experience, benefits package that includes optional retirement contributions, and plenty of opportunities for professional growth.

Job Summary: The ideal candidate will match many of the requirements below. Specifically, they will be a highly motivated teacher who is prepared to go above and beyond in serving our fantastic students. The successful applicant will be a creative self-starter who thrives in having a substantial amount of professional autonomy and they will play an instrumental role in shaping our growing school's future.

Qualifications:

• Subject-related degree, B. Ed. is preferred
• Possess a BC teachers' license and be in “good standing” or be able to obtain a BC teachers' license prior to the start of school
• Strong organizational skills and attention to student learning evidence
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passion for meaningful, student-centered learning
• Enthusiastic about building community and fostering belonging
• Legal ability to work in Canada without sponsorship

What we are looking for:

• A caring and passionate teacher who can inspire and engage students while providing rigorous instruction
• Experience teaching elementary students (Grades 4-5)
• Demonstrated ability to use technology effectively and to integrate technology meaningfully into teaching and learning
• Teaching that uses various modalities and is responsive to student needs
• Demonstrated commitment to innovating and changing teaching practices in response to best-practices, students' needs, and educational research
• Commitment to developing 21st-century (ATL) skills amongst students within their classes
• Understanding effective assessment practices and designing learning experiences that supports learning and skill mastery within their subject
• Exceptional class management skills/strategies that maintains an effective learning environment, provides students with dignity, and builds student self-esteem
• Willingness to implement school initiatives and engage in school improvement
• Providing support to colleagues with their professional growth
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, that reveal high levels of emotional intelligence and emotional agility.

Assets:

• Experience teaching elementary students
• Familiarity with BC's curriculum
• Experience living overseas or working in an internationally minded workplace
• Experience collaboratively planning lesson plans, units of instruction, and interdisciplinary assessments
• Knowledge and experience with delivering experiential learning, including service and inquiry-based learning
• Coaching experience (Sports, Outdoor Education, Debate, Model United Nations, Etc.)
• First aid training

Applicants will need to provide:

• One page maximum cover letter
• CV / resume
• Three (3) references
• Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate or BC Teacher application status and all post-secondary diplomas)
• Submit application package to [e-mail] .

Application deadline: October 9th,2026. *We reserve the right to close early if we find the right candidate.

Expected start date: Immediately

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

At St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is something we take pride in.