High School Arts Teacher - Mat Leave [Full time (1.0 FTE)]

October, 2026 to October, 2027 Who we are: King David High School is a top-rated, independent school in central Vancouver with memberships in ISABC and CAIS. Our staff come from all walks of life and backgrounds - we value diversity. King David staff members enjoy working in a fun, caring, warm, supportive, collegial environment where we collaborate to ensure our students reach their potential. King David nurtures a Jewish culture characterized by a shared tradition, a common dedication to social justice, and a love for learning. About the position: Requirements for the position :

- Be certified to teach in British Columbia with a university degree in this teaching discipline
- A documented ability to teach with kindness and flexibility to support students in their learning
- A desire to always improve one’s teaching practice and the learning experience for students
- A desire to be involved in the co-curricular life of the school
- Post-secondary qualification in Art and Drama.
- A thoughtful understanding of the BC Visual and Dramatic Arts curriculum and its implementation through meaningful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
- Experience designing learning and assessment using a backward design approach (Understanding by Design), with attention to clear learning goals, authentic assessment, and ongoing feedback.
- Experience guiding students to analyze and interpret art with attention to diverse perspectives and meaningful connections to their lives.




- A commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all students feel confident expressing ideas, taking intellectual risks, and developing a love of the arts.
- Skill in designing purposeful assessments that promote learning, reflection, and growth
- A desire to integrate the arts program with our strong Judaic Studies program

Why work at King David :

- King David staff enjoy working in a warm, welcoming, up-to-date, and collegial environment
- Professional development is supported, both in and out of school, through conference attendance or course and workshop participation
- We encourage teachers to develop new courses, clubs, teams, and other student opportunities
- We are learning together to develop a student-centered learning environment in all classes as we place an emphasis on being at the forefront of creating an innovative learning experience for all our students
- We have a young, motivated, and engaged staff with an administration that is committed to creating a safe, positive work environment
- We offer a comprehensive compensation package with salaries well above local public schools, extended health benefits, RRSP pension matching, and other perks

How to apply : If you are excited to work with a committed and team-oriented group of educators and you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. King David values diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities.

📌 High School Arts Teacher (Maternity Leave) (Vancouver)
🏢 King David High School
📍 Vancouver