DP History, Geography ToK Teacher (Shawnigan Lake Campus)

DP History, Geography ToK Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are delighted to be looking for an enthusiastic and passionate educator to join our small team of hard working and caring teachers who are united in their commitment to make the world a better place. Nestled between lake, forest, and mountain, St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake is a growing, international IB school on beautiful Vancouver Island. Our students are explorers, collaborators, and creators—and our teachers are right there with them.

As proud Seawolves, we value connection, curiosity, and courage in everything we do. Flexibility and a willingness to embrace change, a strong desire to collaborate, and a commitment to personal and professional growth are key dispositions of teachers who thrive at our school.


TEACHING POSITION: DP History, Geography ToK Teacher

POSITION DESCRIPTION Reports to: Director of Academics

Remuneration: $56,077.7+ - $102,45+.22 annual salary range based on teaching experience, benefits package that includes optional retirement contributions, and plenty of opportunities for professional growth.

Job Summary: The ideal candidate will match many of the requirements below. Specifically, they will be a highly motivated teacher who is prepared to go above and beyond in serving our fantastic students. The successful applicant will be a creative self- starter who thrives in having substantial amount of professional autonomy and they will play an instrumental role in shaping our growing school's future.

Qualifications:

Subject-related degree, B. Ed. is preferred
Possess a BC teachers' license and be in “good standing” or be able to obtain a BC teachers' license
Experience with the DP and experience teaching History (with a focus on European History), Geography DP Theory of Knowledge in the IB Diploma Programme
Strong organizational skills and attention to student learning evidence
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Passion for meaningful, student-centered learning
Enthusiastic about building community and fostering belonging
Legal ability to work in Canada without sponsorship
What we are looking for:
A caring and passionate teacher who can inspire and engage students while providing rigorous instruction
Experience teaching high school students (Grades 10-12)
Demonstrated ability to use technology effectively and to integrate technology meaningfully into teaching and learning
Teaching that uses various modalities and is responsive to student needs
Demonstrated commitment to innovating and changing teaching practices in response to best-practices, students' needs, and educational research
Experience supporting English Language Learners within a mainstream classroom
Commitment to developing 21st-century (ATL) skills amongst students within their classes
Understanding effective assessment practices and designing learning experiences that supports learning and skill mastery within their subject
Exceptional class management skills/strategies that maintains an effective learning environment, provides students with dignity, and builds student self- esteem
Willingness to implement school initiatives and engage in school improvement
Providing support to colleagues with their professional growth
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, that reveal high levels of emotional intelligence and emotional agility.
Assets:
Experience teaching in the IB DP
Recent IB DP category 1-3 training
Familiarity with BC's curriculum
Training in teaching English language learners
Experience living overseas or working in an internationally minded workplace
Experience collaboratively planning lesson plans, units of instruction, and interdisciplinary assessments
Knowledge and experience with delivering experiential learning, including service and inquiry-based learning
Coaching experience (Sports, Outdoor Education, Debate, Model United Nations, Etc.)
First aid training
Applicants will need to provide:
One page maximum cover letter
CV / resume
Three (3) references
Verification of qualifications (BC Teacher Certificate or BC Teacher application status and all post-secondary diplomas)
Submit application package to
Application deadline: May 30th, 2025. *We reserve the right to close early if we find the right candidate.
Expected start date: August 25th, 2025

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

At St. John's Academy Shawnigan Lake, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is something we take pride in. Read more