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Grade 1 Teacher
Posted: Apr. 9, 2025
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Grade 1 Teacher
Junior School
Full Time – Temporary Contract
From August 2025 to June 2026
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. 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 compassionate, innovative, and qualified Primary Grade 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 a strong understanding of how girls learn best. This individual will teach Grade 1, including all core subjects, and they will participate in co-curricular activities that enhance students’ experiences at school.
Qualifications
– Bachelor of Education
– British Columbia Teacher’s certification or equivalent
– Familiarity with the new BC Curriculum is an asset
– Elementary school qualification
– Experience in teaching language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies
– Experience in differentiating instruction, such as small-group work in mathematics and targeted early literacy intervention strategies
– Minimum of three years of elementary teaching experience
– Coaching and/or extra-curricular experience is an asset
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
– Strong knowledge of BC Curriculum
– Experience using an inquiry-based and/or project-based learning approach
– Knowledge of the Reggio Emilia Approach and how this applies to school-age children
– 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
– Committed to continuous professional growth and improvement
Faculty at York House are provided 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
– Competitive 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.