Teacher, Junior Kindergarten, Early Childhood Education Centre

National Association of Independent Schools; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Junior Kindergarten teacher to join a vibrant educational community. This role emphasizes a play-based learning approach, fostering the growth and development of young girls in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a focus on outdoor learning and innovative teaching practices, you will engage with motivated students and dedicated colleagues. This position offers competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education. If you are committed to nurturing young learners and enhancing their educational journey, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to modern facilities

Beautiful outdoor spaces

Daily connection to nature

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate and be able to work legally in Canada.
• Experience in play-based learning and outdoor environments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teachers to deliver a high-quality Junior Kindergarten program.
• Plan outdoor learning experiences and integrate play into teaching.

Skills

Play-based learning

Collaboration

Communication skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Patience

Education

B.C. Ministry of Education Teaching Certification

Early Childhood Educator Certificate

Education Assistant Certificate

Tools

SeeSaw

Job description

Teacher, Junior Kindergarten, Early Childhood Education Centre

1 Year Full-Time Fixed-term Contract

2025-2026

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Bound by our belief in the power of girl-centred education, Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you.

We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.

Crofton House School is seeking an exceptional Junior Kindergarten teacher to work with a team of educators in our Junior Kindergarten program. You will be part of a collaborative teaching team supporting the positive growth and development of young girls in the Crofton House School Early Childhood Education Centre. Fulfil your vision as a JK Teacher by joining this dynamic school community with motivated students, inspirational colleagues and supportive parents along with abundant resources and enriching professional development opportunities. Our play-based approach to teaching and learning is guided and enhanced by the principles of a student-centred, collaborative and inquiry-based focus to deepen learning for young students.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with a dynamic team of teachers and early childhood educators to co-construct and deliver a high-quality Junior Kindergarten program.
2. Work closely with a second JK teacher to lead all aspects of learning within the JK classroom.
3. Prioritise play as a foundation for learning, integrating it into all aspects of your teaching.
4. Plan outdoor learning experiences that make full use of Crofton House School’s 10-acre campus to support physical and cognitive development.
5. Use thoughtful documentation and assessment strategies to reflect on student learning and growth, including using SeeSaw to track and share progress.
6. Enhance the learning experience for all students by working closely with the Learning Resource team to plan appropriate supports.
7. Build strong partnerships with parents through daily communication, termly reports, and regular in-person meetings.
8. Contribute to the wider Junior School community by participating in co-curricular programming.
9. Engage actively in professional development opportunities, including joining a Professional Learning Community, collaborating with colleagues to improve teaching practices and student outcomes, and participating in school-wide learning initiatives.
10. Draw inspiration from educational research, such as Costa and Kallick's Habits of Mind, Harvard Project Zero’s Making Thinking Visible, and Debora Macnamara’s Rest, Play, Grow, to enhance your teaching practice.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience:

1. B.C. Ministry of Education Teaching Certification.
2. Early Childhood Educator or Education Assistant Certificate.
3. A deep understanding of play-based learning and its role in child development.
4. Experience leveraging outdoor environments for meaningful learning.
5. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
6. Creativity, flexibility, and patience in supporting young learners.
7. Strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering safe, caring spaces for children.
8. Familiarity with the unique learning styles of girls and a capacity to innovate in meeting their needs.

Employment and Application Details:

Classes begin in September 2025 following teacher orientation in late August 2025.

Employees of Crofton House School receive competitive compensation and support for professional, educational and leadership development. Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada and hold a valid BC Teaching Certificate. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

Compensation: $65,869 - $116,734 depending on experience and education level.

Please include the following with your application:

1. A cover letter and current resume that outlines exact dates of employment, the organization, job title and responsibilities. If you have gaps in your employment history, please advise as to why.
2. Please clearly identify your educational background and history of professional development related to this position.

Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers.

We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.