Grade 1 Class Teacher
Opening Statement
The Grade 1 Class Teacher at Vancouver Waldorf School has a passion for Waldorf education and inspires a love of learning in children and youth. With the responsibility of carrying a class of up to 30 students, the successful candidate will have excellent class management and organizational skills. Key qualities are strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment across departments.
About
The Vancouver Waldorf School, located in North Vancouver, British Columbia, is seeking a Grade 1 Class Teacher for a permanent part-time position. The available position will commence with the start of the 2025/2026 School year.
Essential Job Duties
Date posted: September 16, 2025
Pay: CA$53,810.00-CA$85,156.00 per year
Position Title: Grade 1 Class Teacher
Reports to: Head of School
FTE: 0.78 FTE (Part-time)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- lesson planning & classroom preparation
- teaching the main lesson
- teaching track classes
- report writing
Additional responsibilities include:
- attendance at faculty meetings
- school liaison for parents
- facilitating parent evenings
- attendance at all school events and faculty meetings
- acting as a substitute teacher in other classrooms, if needed
Education and Skill Requirements:
- BC Teacher Certification or the ability to qualify
- five years or more of Waldorf Class Teaching is preferred
- Waldorf Training Certificate or willingness to begin training within two years of hire
- fluency in written and spoken English
Location of work: North Vancouver, BC
Contact Information: hrc@vws.ca
Benefits: Extended medical and dental after 3 months of employment; pension match after 1 year.
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Work Location: In person
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- teaching: 2 years (required)
To Apply
Please submit a cv and cover letter to rgreen@vws.ca
