English & Social Studies Teacher (Gr. 8-12)

York Region District School Board; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A unique opportunity exists at Whytecliff Agile Learning Centres for a full-time English & Social Studies Teacher to join a small team dedicated to innovative education and positive youth development. The ideal candidate will be passionate, kind, and have the ability to engage with students across diverse learning needs in a caring, collaborative environment.

Benefits

Dental care

Extended health care

Paid time off

RRSP match

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Valid certification with the BC Teacher Regulation Branch required.
• Candidates should have a love for teaching and an engaging presence with children.
• Experience in mentoring and collaborative projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work transdisciplinary with youth outside traditional classroom duties.
• Facilitate hands-on, collaborative learning projects.
• Mentor and connect with community resources.

Skills

Creativity

Active Listening

Positive Presence

Education

Bachelor of Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Whytecliff Agile Learning Centres (walc.ca) in Burnaby BC is seeking a full-time experienced English & Social Studies Teacher (Grades 8-12) to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a fun, dynamic, and innovative community and to make a real difference in kids’ lives!A little about us : Whytecliff is a BC Ministry of Education accredited independent high school for grades 8-12. Our Burnaby campus is comfortably small (and feels less like a school and more like an oversized home), with a tight-knit team of 8 staff serving up to 35 students. Here, in a calm, caring, and collaborative setting, we serve a variety of truly great kids who arrive with an array of diverse learning needs and social-emotional challenges (such as anxiety, depression, ASD, dyslexia, and ADHD, among others).Whytecliff is unique. More than just a school, we stand apart as being one of the few programs in North America to seamlessly integrate education and positive youth development work (with a special emphasis on promoting positive mental health & wellness, social connectedness, and personal development). We use a strengths-based, person-centered approach that is transformative for many of the youth attending our programs. Not only do our unique programs work wonders, kids love being here too : "Thank you for the best year of my life! I can't wait to come back!"Each year we evolve new exciting opportunities as we seek to build upon the gifts, strengths, talents, and interests of the kids in the program. This year we began offering a hiking club in partnership with Outward Bound, and we're incorporating a special emphasis on cross-curricular and project-based learning!Here's a more in-depth look at the work we do : https : / / www.ourkids.net / private-school-reviews / whytecliff-agile-learning-centres-langley / 651A little about who we’re looking for : The ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Education or an undergraduate degree in the relevant discipline and valid certification (or eligibility) with the BC Teacher Regulation Branch. (Qualified BC or Canadian residents only, please.) Equally important, we look for staff that are kind, creative, caring, good active listeners, love working with children, and have an infectious love for their subject(s)... someone who has a positive, engaging presence and uplifting energy with children, and a desire to make a meaningful difference in their lives.The position is ‘transdisciplinary’—meaning that teachers often work with youth in other capacities outside traditional classroom duties and activities (such as mentoring, facilitating hands-on and collaborative learning projects, leading field trips and connecting with community resources, and keeping in greater touch with kids' families).Our educational approach is also ‘cross-curricular’—meaning that teachers often work hand-in-hand with kids and fellow colleagues to help create fun, engaging projects and lessons that can tap into kids’ passions and interests and tie together multiple subjects. (Bonus points if you have an interest and ability to teach or co-teach a variety of different subjects!)A driver’s license is preferred.Pay is commensurate with experienceThe position will start Aug 18, 2025.Benefits : Casual dressDental careExtended health carePaid time offRRSP matchSchedule : 8 hour shiftDay shiftMonday to FridayFor further information, contact us below... please, no phone calls or offshore applications.Come join us and help kids discover what moves them, be part of something real, and reach their true potential.Job Type : Full-timePay : $59,711.00-$70,903.00 per yearBenefits : Dental careExtended health careOn-site parkingPaid time offRRSP matchSchedule : 8 hour shiftWork Location : In personExpected start date : 2025-08-18

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