Science Teacher York House School

Independent Schools Association of British Columbia; Mission; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 122,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Science Teacher to join their vibrant community. This role offers an exceptional opportunity to inspire future leaders while working in a supportive and innovative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the British Columbia Curriculum and demonstrate excellence in instructional practices. With small class sizes and a commitment to continuous professional growth, this position allows educators to make a meaningful impact on students' learning experiences. If you are eager to be part of a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to fostering creativity and intellectual engagement, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits

Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment

Small Class Sizes

Exceptional Resources

Peer Mentorship Program

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package

Qualifications

• 3+ years of science teaching experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in education.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional 21st-century learning environment for students.
• Collaborate with a professional team and engage in co-curricular activities.

Skills

British Columbia Curriculum Knowledge

Instructional and Assessment Practices

Differentiated Instruction

Inquiry-Based Learning

Project-Based Learning

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor of Education

British Columbia Teachers’ Certification

Tools

Understanding by Design Framework

Job description

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Part Time – FTE 0.6. Temporary Contract (Maternity Leave Coverage)

From August 2025 to December 2027

About York House School
It all began on the corner of Granville and 28th where seven fearless women welcomed 17 students to the very first York House School in 1932. Nearly a century later, thousands of students have found their unique path and purpose at YHS. Our School has since grown into one of Canada’s leading independent schools for girls. Nearly a century later, thousands of students have found their unique path and purpose with us. Today, we serve approximately 700 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.

At York House School, our Vision is clear: seeing the world as it is, and imagining what it could be, we aspire to create a transformational experience for students who are empowered to reshape the future.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to creating an environment that elevates the mind, celebrates uniqueness, inspires creativity, and encourages discourse.

Why Join Us?

At York House School, we’re fostering a learning environment where creative exploration, courageous conversation and deep intellectual engagement are equally celebrated. This bold approach requires a highly skilled, diverse and energetic team of committed faculty and staff. Please check out our Spark Strategic Plan to learn more.

If you are passionate about education, excited by the opportunity to inspire future leaders, and eager to be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking community, we would love to hear from you.

About this Role

York House School is inviting applications from enthusiastic, innovative and qualified Science Teachers committed to providing an exceptional 21st century learning environment for our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in instructional and assessment practices, a passion for teaching and learning, and a strong understanding of how girls learn best. This individual enjoys working collaboratively as part of a friendly and professional team and may also fulfill the role of Teacher Advisor and will have opportunities to be involved in the co-curricular and extra-curricular activities that enhance students’ experiences at school.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education
• British Columbia Teachers’ certification or equivalent
• Three years of science teaching experience is preferred
• Experience teaching senior school levels of Science is an asset
• Experience using Standards Based Assessment is an asset
• Coaching and/or extra-curricular experience is an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Strong knowledge of the British Columbia Curriculum
• Knowledge of the current research on girls and learning
• Demonstrated experience as an enthusiastic, innovative, and caring educator with a commitment to diversity and inclusion in all its many dimensions
• Collaborative and flexible, supportive, and effective team-player
• Ability to develop strong professional relationships with all stakeholders
• Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Demonstrated commitment to educating the whole student
• Demonstrated ability to integrate technology purposefully to transform learning
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and assessment practices to meet the needs of individual learners
• Experience with using Understanding by Design as a framework to teach for deeper understanding
• Experience using an inquiry-based and project-based learning approach
• Committed to continuous professional growth and improvement

Faculty at York House are provided with the following:

• A diverse and inclusive work environment
• Small class sizes and time for planning and working collaboratively
• Access to exceptional resources
• A robust peer Mentorship Program
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed as they arrive. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Compensation is based on qualifications and experience per the salary grid (From $67,741.00 to $121,179.41) in the Collective Agreement with BCGEU.