Physics Teacher Shawnigan Lake School

Independent Schools Association of British Columbia; Shawnigan Lake; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent school seeks a passionate Physics Teacher to inspire students and contribute to a vibrant boarding community. This role offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment where educators can thrive. You will engage students in critical thinking and creativity while guiding them through their educational journey. With world-class facilities and a commitment to academic excellence, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact on young minds. Join a team that values curiosity, compassion, and community, and help shape the next generation of leaders.

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada or have appropriate visa.
• Possess or eligible for British Columbia Teaching Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Carry assigned load of classes and meet prep protocols.
• Collaborate to design content that challenges students.

Skills

Physics

Teaching

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in Physics

Post-secondary degree in Education

Job description

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• $69,249 to $110,246 (*2024-25 grid) CAD / Year

Physics Teacher

Shawnigan Lake School is a leading independent co-educational boarding school for ages 12-18 (grades 8-12) on Canada’s beautiful west coast. Our world-class facilities situated on a stunning 270-acre campus include ten boarding houses, a theatre, film lab, an observatory, salmon hatchery, rowing crew house on the lake, dance studio, state of the art learning commons and library, recording studio, and robotics lab. Our diverse, inter-disciplinary and innovative programming helps shape the next generation of global leaders.

Shawnigan provides academic ambition to develop a culture of collaboration, independence and resilience in our students through educators and peers who inspire our students to embrace a love of learning by challenging them to solve problems critically and creatively.

Staff endorse our School’s values (Curiosity, Compassion, Community and Courage) and are deeply committed to our mission: Spark Minds, Kindle Hearts, Forge Futures.

Shawnigan is always looking for outstanding, worldly and world-class, diverse, and ambitious educators to inspire our students and to model our three pillars of Academic Excellence, Co-Curricular Distinction and Student Life Unparalleled. As a teacher at Shawnigan, you will contribute to all facets of life on an international boarding school campus.

Shawnigan Lake School is committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff (and volunteers) to share this commitment. Candidates will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with previous employers and a vulnerable sector criminal record check.

JOB DESCRIPTION

PHYSICS TEACHER

Commencing August 25, 2025, preference will be to given to qualified teachers who are a) academically multi-disciplinary b) can offer expertise, experience and enthusiasm in co-curricular activities c) are committed to contributing to our boarding campus and community, and d) have boarding school experience.

We offer acompetitive compensation package and a nurturing, family-friendly workplace. The teaching load for this position is equivalent to a 1.0 FTE with a salary range of $69,249 to $110,246 per year (based on current year grids and subject to 2025-26 increase). Actual salary offered will be commensurate with placement on the teaching grid.

Reporting directly to both the Head of Academics & Leadership and the Academic Department Head, teachers are expected to

• Carry assigned load of classes while meeting all of Shawnigan’s prep, planning and reporting protocols as expected in the teaching profession;
• Collaborate with fellow department members and across departments to design and deliver content that challenges our students and prepares them for their post-secondary pathways;
• Be available to support students in their learning through tutorials or enrichment opportunities;
• Be involved in the full Shawnigan program and the delivery of“The Shawnigan Journey.”

REQUIREMENTS

• Legally entitled to work in Canada or if not, receive all appropriate visa and permissions to legally work in Canada;
• Hold a post-secondary degree in Physics, Education or related discipline that aligns with the Shawnigan academic program;
• Be in possession of, or eligible to apply for, a British Columbia Teaching
• Certificate (Independent or Certificate of Qualification) before June 2025;
• Teaching experience grade 8-10 Science, and grade 11 and 12 Physics
• Have experience working with teenagers;
• Have experience working in a boarding environment an asset;
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Proven record of professionalism, punctuality, flexibility, dependability, and reliability.

We ask you to please provide references at the shortlist stage of the recruitment process.

Shawnigan Lake School is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest in this position, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application deadline is 5 pm (PST), May 22, 2025, or when filled.