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Collingwood School is a gender-inclusive day school located on two campuses in West Vancouver, BC.

Our vision issocially responsible students pursuing passions for a better world. We are committed to contributing positively to our local and global communities, environmental stewardship, and supporting the wellbeing, and inclusion of all people. Through the pursuit of passions, students will find their unique purpose in the world.

At Collingwood, we seek faculty and staff who work together to ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging. We are a vibrant community of passionate educators and learners, dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement. We live our values of courage, curiosity and community to be in service of others, and who are inspired by our mission to inspire and support young people for meaningful lives. Bepart of inspiring students to pursue their passions for a better world.

We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community and to fostering a barrier-free workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous Peoples, Black people, people of colour, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all genders, gender identities, and sexual orientations, including members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Collingwood recognizes that diversity enriches our learning environment and strengthens our ability to support and inspire students. We welcome candidates who will contribute to the diversity of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds within our school community. Accommodation is available to applicants throughout the recruitment and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact us, and we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable legislation.

We are looking for an experiencedBusiness Teacher to join ourMorven Campus (Senior School – Grades 8 to 12). The ideal candidate will be a passionate and committed educator who will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the many facets of school life, including extra-curricular responsibilities. This is a Permanent Full Time position that will startAugust 28, 2026.

Responsibilities

- Design and deliver engaging, rigorous, and future-focused business education courses that meet or exceed curriculum standards while fostering student curiosity, creativity,



and entrepreneurial thinking.
- Enable students to develop a deep understanding of business concepts through the study of areas such as accounting, entrepreneurship, information and communication technology (ICT), international business, marketing, business leadership, and emerging trends in the global economy.
- Create authentic learning experiences that connect classroom learning to real-world contexts through industry partnerships, guest speakers, mentorship opportunities, case studies, applied projects, and experiential learning opportunities.
- Foster the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and research skills, enabling students to investigate complex business challenges and communicate findings accurately, ethically, and effectively.
- Design inquiry-based learning experiences that encourage students to apply business knowledge, skills, and mindsets to local, national, and global issues and opportunities.
- Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset by empowering students to identify problems, generate innovative solutions, evaluate risks, and create value through meaningful projects and initiatives.
- Differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the diverse needs of learners while maintaining high expectations and a culture of academic excellence.
- Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to develop innovative, interdisciplinary learning experiences that strengthen connections between business education and the wider world.
- Build and maintain relationships with industry professionals, alumni, post-secondary institutions, and community organizations to expand authentic learning opportunities for students.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous qualified growth, reflection, and the ongoing improvement of teaching practice.
- Embrace innovation and take thoughtful risks in the development of new pedagogical approaches, assessment practices, and learning experiences.
- Provide additional support for students through tutorials,



mentorship, and learning opportunities beyond regular classroom hours. Contribute to the broader life of the school through participation in co-curricular programs, student activities, and community initiatives.
- Teaching assignments may include AP Statistics.

Required qualifications

- Bachelor of Education with a focus on Business Studies
- BC Teaching Certification
- Basic First Aid
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
- Preferred qualifications and experiences
- Demonstrated ability to connect learning to authentic audiences, real-world challenges, and external partnerships.
- Experience facilitating project-based, experiential, entrepreneurial, or inquiry-based learning.
- Commitment to fostering student agency, innovation, and future-ready competencies.
- Strong collaborator who values teamwork, professional learning, and continuous improvement.
- Experience teaching Business Studies at the secondary level
- Prior experience as a DECA Chapter Advisor or co-advisor
- Motivated to learn and improve teaching practice
- Strong problem solving and organizational skills
- Experience teaching with technology

Our “Must Haves”

- Respect, dignity and inclusion for all members of the community
- Collaborative mind-set and courageous approach to adversity
- Demonstrated communications skills (oral and written)
- Creative “out-of-the-box” thinker
- Flexible and adaptable and embraces change
- Proven work ethic with utmost integrity
- Enthusiasm, eagerness and genuine interest in all aspects of the school’s success
- Self-awareness, with a desire for constant self improvement (goal-oriented)

We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, a generous benefits package, including RRSP, Personal Days, access to an Employee and Family Assistance Plan, and access to a Health Spending Account, health and wellness initiatives, along with one of the most beautiful locations in Canada to work!

The hiring range for this position is from $78,342 to $116,666 based on years of experience and a Bachelor of Education. Faculty with a Masters will be paid at a higher range.

We sincerely thank all applicants for your interest however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please visit our website for more information about our school.

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📌 Business Teacher Collingwood School (West Vancouver)
🏢 Independent Schools Association of British Columbia
📍 West Vancouver