Music Teacher
Music Teacher
Job Category: High School: Grades 9-12 and Middle School: Grades 6-8
Opening Statement
Join a strong team of experienced and engaged teachers and staff at Whistler Waldorf School in beautiful Whistler, BC. We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Middle and High School Music Teacher to teach a 0.2 FTE (full-time equivalent) term position for the 2024/2025 school year and a possibility of a further extending contract. This position would start immediately.
About
WWS is a non- secular, non-denominational and not-for-profit, B.C. Ministry of Education certified independent school. Come live the mountain resort lifestyle in Whistler, BC, while immersing yourself in a career of passion and learning that supports the development of our future generations. Whistler is located north of Vancouver and is one of North America’s premier mountain resorts. It offers the best downhill and Nordic skiing in the world, as well as miles of biking and hiking trails, mountain lakes and an active arts and social community of over 10,000. At WWS, our faculty & staff support each other in ways that enhance individual professional development and that support our students’ academic and social-emotional success. Our educational dialogues are meaningful, and we aspire to the higher aims of our work for mutual inspiration. More details on teaching in Whistler and at WWS at whistlerwaldorf.com/employment
Essential Job Duties
We are seeking a qualified and experienced Middle and High School Music Teacher to teach a 0.2 FTE (full-time equivalent) term position.
Qualifications
The perfect candidate will be:
• Fully certified BC teacher (or be eligible to apply for a BC license) with a Bachelor’s degree of Education or equivalent post-secondary graduation, diploma and/or technical certificate relating to the position.
• Qualified with 1+ years of teaching experience.
• A Canadian citizen and/or eligible to work in Canada with a current Criminal Record Check.
• Professional with excellent communication and collaborative skills, with the ability to foster team-based relationships with students, parents, and other Faculty/ Administrative Staff colleagues.
Bonus points:
• Certified and/or trained in Waldorf Education or may be willing to become Waldorf teacher trained is a plus.
• A French language specialty and/or second teachable subject is an asset to combine for full-time positions.
Whistler Waldorf School offers all teachers and staff:
• Competitive salary based on relevant education and work experience and possibly rental housing in Whistler.
• Comprehensive compensation package includes health benefits, life/disability insurance, pension support, etc.
• Professional development opportunities, training and financial compensation for ongoing education experiences.
• Partial tuition remission for those with children may wish to attend the school.
Employment Details
WWS offers its faculty professional development, a balanced lifestyle with summer and school holiday breaks, and tuition remission for those applicants who may have children (dependent on contracted hours). Limited part time contract teacher positions start at $12,000-$15,000 (re: hours, benefits, vacation, experience, etc.) and may be combined with a second teachable subject for more teaching hours when available.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit your cover letter, resume, teaching certificates and reference letters to hr@whistlerwaldorf.com
*Please Note: Thank you for your interest! Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. WWS administers a Criminal Record Check for the vulnerable sector for all staff as part of school policy.