Part-Time Teaching Position – English Language Learner (ELL)

British Columbia Public School Employers' Association | Make a Future - Careers in BC Education; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Lawrence School in Vancouver, British Columbia, seeks a part-time BC certified teacher to join our team as an English Language Learner (ELL) instructor. The ideal candidate has BC teaching credentials and experience with ELL; fluency in English and Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities include planning and teaching ELL lessons, supporting student success, and contributing to co-curricular activities. Contracts run from September 2026 to June 2027 with daily ELL classes of 55 or 70 minutes.

Qualifications

• BC certified teacher in good standing is required.
• Experience teaching English Language Learners (ELL) is an asset but not required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work with a collaborative teaching team is required.
• Willingness to follow school policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop and teach ELL curriculum.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada is required.
• Fluency in English; Mandarin is an asset.
• Experience in an ELL school environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach effective ELL lessons.
• Manage the classroom and coursework.
• Build relationships with students, families, staff and community members.
• Contribute to the school's extra-curricular program.
• Develop and implement ELL curriculum.

Skills

Qualified teacher

Communication skills

Cross-cultural skills

Team collaboration

Student relationships

Emotional health support

Self-starter

Time management

Policy compliance

Extracurricular leadership

MS Office/EdTech

Education

BC Teaching Qualifications Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Part-Time Teaching Position – English Language Learner (ELL)

Job Description and Requirements

St. Lawrence School is located in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and seeks an enthusiastic part- time BC certified teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator with strong organizational skills and deep knowledge of their subject area. Experience teaching English Language Learners (ELL) courses is an asset but not required. Candidates will be part of a collaborative teaching team, where strong verbal and written communication skills are needed to effectively communicate with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators. All faculty and staff at St. Lawrence School share an enthusiasm for making a positive and uplifting impact on our young students.

The successful candidate will hold a valid British Columbia teaching certificate, a valid ELL (IELTS or TEFL) certificate, and legal authorization to work in Canada. Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese is an asset, as is past experience working in an ELL school environment. Applicants who already hold a BC teaching certificate will be given priority. The individual must model high professional and ethical standards, as expected of a teacher at an academically focused independent school in British Columbia. Responsibilities include planning and teaching effective lessons, managing the classroom, building supportive relationships with students, and contributing to the school's extra-curricular program.

The chosen candidate will develop and teach ELL curriculum to support the academic success of all learners. They will develop and implement support services, such as tutoring and volunteer programs, to enhance student learning outcomes.

St. Lawrence School's classes run from September 2026 to June 2027. Courses are scheduled within our regular school day rotating block schedule. The chosen candidate's availability must be flexible to meet the school's rotating block schedule. The ELL class meets daily (Monday to Friday) for either 55 or 70 minutes.

Vacancy Summary

Location: St. Lawrence School – Vancouver, BC

Position: Part-time Teaching Positions – English Language Learning (ELL)

FTE: (0.4)

Compensation Package: $35 - $45 per hour (depending on experience)

Start Date: Classes begin in September 2026

Preference will be given to candidates with the following qualifications:

• Provincially qualified teachers in good standing.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external community members.
• Understanding of other cultures and the ability to communicate in cross-cultural environments.
• Ability to be tactful, demonstrate excellent judgment, and work as a positive and collaborative team member.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, teachers, parents, staff, and community members.
• Ability to identify and assist students with emotional and other health concerns.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, a self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Well-organized, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• A willingness to follow the school's policies and procedures.
• Enjoy leadership in extra-curricular student-based activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and other educational technology.

The following is to be included in your application:

• Cover letter and resume, listing special certificates, licenses, honours and awards.
• BC Teaching Qualifications Certificate (or confirmation of application for certification)

As a condition of employment, applicants must provide and maintain a clear criminal record check, including a satisfactory Vulnerable Persons Screening Report.

St. Lawrence School firmly believes that expanding our diversity, while adjusting our practice, will lead to becoming the community we envision – a place where staff and students share a sense that they fully belong. SLS is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and equitable environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are selected to participate in an interview, please inform the Principal of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, we will contact only those chosen for interviews. For more information, please contact Brad Helgason by email: [e-mail]