Senior School Teacher – MYP and DP English Teacher

Position Purpose & Overview

St. John’s School (SJS) is seeking a qualified and experienced IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) English Language & Literature (L&L) Teacher. The role also includes the responsibility of being an advisory teacher for one class. The candidate may be required to teach courses in another MYP or DP subject, based on experience, qualifications, need, and interest. The IB MYP/DP English Language & Literature Teacher will contribute to the development of the English curriculum and teaching experiences at SJS. Teachers at SJS are expected to exemplify excellent professional practice and high standards of teaching and learning. The teacher will provide learning opportunities differentiated to the needs, abilities and stage of development of each student. The successful candidate will be adept at monitoring, measuring, documenting, and reporting on learning. The successful candidate supports student wellbeing, participates in co-curricular commitments of the school, and is reliable in exercising their daily responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities and duties are inclusive of, but not limited to:

• Model and promote the IB learner profile attributes and SJS values.
• Facilitate and deliver engaging and effective MYP/DP English L&L lessons in the Senior School across a range of grades.
• Collaborate with the Head of Department and other English teachers to develop an innovative MYP/DP English L&L curriculum.
• Design, prepare and deliver learning activities that facilitate insightful engagement and utilize inquiry-based learning strategies to enhance student understanding and engagement.
• Create a safe, effective, challenging, ethical and organized learning environment.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of and passion for the subject areas.
• Provide differentiated instruction for all learners to establish an inclusive learning environment.
• Maintain relevant understanding of and be active in using relevant and effective technology to enhance instruction and learning.
• Participate in faculty and parent meetings and special events.
• Model respectful and timely communication with students, colleagues, and parents, in line with the school’s Mutual Respect policy.
• Endorse the school’s mission, vision, and values.
• Attend professional development programmes, participate in “on campus” courses, and attend professional meetings which relate to curricular, administrative or organizational matters as required; scheduled by the Head of Department, Curriculum Coordinators and Senior Management Team.
• Assess, record, and report on the growth of student success in alignment with the MYP/DP subject objectives, criteria, guidelines, and the school’s assessment policy and practices.
• Engage or offer co-curricular activity(ies) for Senior School students.
• Demonstrate reliability in and understanding of implementation of risk and student management strategies.

Required Qualifications and Key Skills

Education & Work Experience

• A valid BC Certification of Teaching.
• Completion of a Bachelor of Education degree.
• Need to be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• A Basic First Aid certificate is considered an asset.
• Knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate programmes.
• Experience and adept understanding of teaching MYP and DP Language & Literature, and/or BC English Languages courses in a Senior School setting is an asset.
• Knowledge of the MYP curriculum framework is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of MYP Service as Action is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the DP course content and curriculum framework is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the DP Core components (CAS, TOK, Extended Essay) is considered an asset.

Qualities and Skills

• A motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic team player.
• Commitment to inclusion and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Proven experience leading or contributing to co-curricular and/or outdoor education programs is an asset.
• Dynamic ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrate and pursue excellence in practice and professional growth.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude, growth mindset, and strong emotional intelligence (EQ).
• Proficient in providing support for diverse learning needs.

This role will require working hours outside of school office hours: often evening events; occasionally going offsite to document student programs; and occasional morning and weekend commitments.

This job profile outlines the key responsibilities for the roles and is not meant to be exhaustive. This will include performing the administrative and related tasks or any other responsibilities required to reasonably meet the needs of St. John’s School, including, but not limited to the general duties outlined in the position profile.

It should be understood that the activities, responsibilities and obligations of this position may be modified from time to time, through discussion between the direct supervisor and the employee, in order to effectively meet the requirements of the School. On rare occasions where there are urgent needs at the School, an employee may be assigned to temporarily backfill role(s) critical to the school’s operations and business continuity.

Conditions of Employment

• The candidate must have a valid BCCT.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete child abuse prevention training, concussion training, Level 1 first-aid training provided by St. John’s School and provide consent for a criminal background check for the vulnerable sector.
• Clearance on criminal record checks for vulnerable sector is a condition of employment.
• The ability to legally work in Canada, in an educational setting is a condition of employment.

Reporting Structure

• Department: Senior School
• Reports to: Senior School Principal
• Direct Reports: None
• Key Interactions:
  • Internal: Faculty, non-teaching employees, School Principals, and Vice-Principals.
  • External: Teacher’s Regulation Branch, parents, and alumni.

Job Information

• Full-time permanent contract from August 21, 2025.
• Work location: on-site.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Annual Salary ranges from $62,133 to $116,773 based on the school’s teacher 2024/25 salary grid. The annual salary ranges will be updated with the 2025/26 salary grid before the contract begins. Placement on the grid is assigned in accordance with level of education and years of teaching experience. Annual salary is prorated based on the length of the contract.

Applications

All interested candidates should send their application to Catriona Cheng, Director of Finance and Human Resources, [email protected] and please include the following items in their applications:

• Resume & Cover Letter.
• Names, email addresses, and phone number of three professional references.
• Copies of any relevant certificates and diplomas.
• The posting will be active until filled.