Primary Teacher

SCSBC; Powell River; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health & dental plan (costs)

Life & disability insurance

Health and dental benefits

10 paid discretionary days

Small class sizes

Classroom aide in all rooms

Job summary

Powell River Christian School in Powell River, BC, seeks a BC-certified teacher for full-time 1.0 FTE for the 2026/27 school year, with potential long-term placement. The position offers a Christ-centered education, small class sizes, and a supportive team.

Start date Oct. 15, 2026. Competitive compensation ($49,820–$87,305) based on education and experience, with extended health and dental options and life/ disability insurance.

Qualifications

• Eligible for BC teaching certification or BC independent schools teaching certification.
• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in teachable subjects.
• Previous teaching experience as TOC or classroom teacher.

Responsibilities

• Teach full-time 1.0 FTE for the 2026/27 school year and beyond.
• Contribute to a Christ-centered educational environment with small class sizes.
• Collaborate with staff to support students and families.

Skills

BC Teaching Certification

Bachelor’s Degree

TOC experience

Classroom teaching

Christian faith community

Literacy instruction

Numeracy instruction

Education

BC Teaching Certification or BC Independent Schools Teaching Certification

Job description

School/Organization: Powell River Christian School

Employment Type: full-time

Compensation Range: $49,820 – $87,305

Date Posted: 28 September 2026

Closing Date: 9 October 2026

Full-time 1.0 FTE – 2026/27

Temporary Position providing coverage until the return of the incumbent (*Currently a K/1 split with 16 students, one full-time EA)

Compensation Range: $49,820 – $87,305 (based on experience and 1.0 FTE)

Start Date: Oct. 15, 2026

We are looking for a BC Certified teacher to become part of our PRCS team for the 2026/27 school year and, hopefully, for many years to come. Are you interested in the opportunity to live and teach on the west coast of BC? We enjoy living in this wonderful small community located on the Sunshine Coast. Learn more about our community at Tourism Powell River.

About Powell River Christian School

Mission: A Christ-Centered Education – Equipping Children for Life

Vision: PRCS desires for our students to excel academically, become people of integrity and impact their world for Christ. We encourage students to develop self-discipline, creativity, and critical thinking while employing all talents to the honour of God. We endeavour to be a school where prayer and the Word of God are central, where Jesus reigns in the hearts of our children.

Join our Team

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified individual to join PRCS full-time for the 2026/27 school year and beyond. We have the privilege of teaching and shaping our students through every interaction within and outside our classrooms. As a staff, we love to nurture the potential we see in every child and to share God’s love through our actions and words. As a school, we aim to keep our primary maximum class size at 20 students and kindergarten at 18 students. The goal is to encourage strong relationships and support for our students and staff.

What We Offer with This Position

• Compensation ($49,820 – $87,305, 1.0 FTE), based on education and experience.
• 120 minutes of prep scheduled weekly.
• Optional extended health and dental plan with cost sharing.
• Life & disability insurance and optional life insurance.
• Health and Dental Benefits with cost sharing between PRCS and teaching staff.
• Small class sizes: [Limits K (18), Grades 1-3 (20), Grades 3-4 (22), Grades 4-9 (25)]
• Our goal is to have a full-time aide in all classrooms to support the classroom teacher and students, depending on the annual budget.
• 10 paid days annually for discretionary leave or sick day use (pro-rated for part-time).
• Strong, supportive teaching and learning culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eligible for B.C. Teaching Certification or B.C. Independent Schools Teaching Certification
• Bachelor’s Degree with coursework in teachable subjects
• Previous teaching experience as a TOC or classroom teacher
• Evidence of involvement in a local Christian faith community
• Evidence of strength and/or training in literacy and numeracy instruction
• Ability to work in a collaborative work environment with strong teamwork skills
• Evidence of courage, integrity, transparency, and honesty in relationships

PRCS is a school community passionate about Christian education. We are looking for people who can demonstrate their commitment to a Christ-centred life through involvement in a faith community and who understand and acknowledge PRCS’s mission, vision, and community standards.

Powell River Christian School

6960 Quesnel Street
Powell River BC V8A 1J2