TEACHERS ON CALL

Junior & Senior Schools (Gr. 1-12)

Teaching at York House School

York House School is a vibrant and close-knit school community where people feel valued, engaged, and connected to the school. All our staff contribute to our rigorous and innovative programs that enable our Yorkies to develop knowledge, skills, and global competencies to succeed in the world beyond our doors.

About this Role

York House School is inviting applications from compassionate, innovative, and qualified Teachers committed to providing an exceptional 21st Century learning environment for our girls. We are seeking Teachers on Call for the Junior (Grades 1 to 7) and Senior School (Grades 8 to 12). For the Senior School, we are seeking teachers with a wide range of Grade 8 to 12 experience in these subjects; Math, Social Studies, English, Science, Languages (French / Spanish) Physical Education, Art and Drama.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Education

British Columbia Teachers certification or equivalent

Familiarity with new BC Curriculum is an asset

Elementary / Intermediate / Secondary school qualifications

Minimum of one year of Elementary / Intermediate / Secondary teaching experience preferred

Independent School experience is an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Strong knowledge of British Columbia Curriculum

Knowledge of the current research on girls and learning

Demonstrated experience as an enthusiastic, innovative, and caring educator. 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

Please apply online here.

All employees of YHS must be able to provide a passed vulnerable sector screening criminal record report. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About York House School

York House School, located in the heart of Vancouver, is one of Canada’s leading independent schools for girls. Founded in 1932 by seven progressive and insightful women, York House provides an outstanding education for approximately 650 girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. For more information about York House School, please visit our website at yorkhouse.ca.