Lower Grades Educator (Grades 1 & 2)

Location: Vancouver Waldorf School, North Vancouver, BC

Start Date: Beginning of the 2026–2027 School Year

Salary: $53,810 – $85,156 per annum, prorated to FTE, based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (0.74 - 0.81 FTE)

The Vancouver Waldorf School (VWS) is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Lower Grades Educator to join our Grade School faculty. This position involves teaching Math, English Language Arts, ADST, Science, and Physical & Health Education in Grades 1 and 2, fostering a love of learning through the rich and developmentally attuned Waldorf curriculum.

The successful candidate will bring a deep commitment to Waldorf education, strong classroom leadership, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. A passion for teaching, a warm and grounded presence, and transparent communication with students, colleagues, and families are essential.

Key Responsibilities
Plan and deliver daily lessons across core subjects, aligned with both the Waldorf curriculum and BC Ministry of Education learning outcomes
Prepare and maintain a well-ordered, nurturing classroom environment
Assess and document student progress, and provide oral and written progress reports




Participate in parent-teacher conferences and maintain explicit communication with families
Attend and participate in faculty meetings, school events, and festivalsSupport school life and collegial work, including substitute teaching when required
Commit to ongoing professional development

Qualifications & Requirements
BC Teaching Certificate, or the ability to qualify through the BC Ministry of Education's Teacher Certification Branch; 3 years previous teaching experience is a requirement.
Waldorf Teacher Training Certificate or willingness to begin training within two years of hire
Experience teaching in the lower grades preferred
Fluency in written and spoken English
Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills
A team-oriented spirit and commitment to whole-school life

Benefits
Extended health and dental benefits after 3 months
Pension matching program after 1 year (for 0.75 FTE or greater)
Tuition remission (taxable benefit) for employees with children enrolled at VWS
Professional development and mentoring opportunities
Supportive and collaborative faculty culture

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📌 Lower Grades Educator Grades 1 & 2 North Vancouver (Canada)
🏢 The Vancouver Waldorf School
📍 Canada