Job description
Lowell High School is an inclusive and progressive independent high school offering the IBDP and BC graduation program. We are currently looking for a teacher who is able to cover and teach secondary science classes.
START DATE: September 2026
LOCATION: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Job Overview
Science Teacher
The ideal candidate will:
- present qualifications and demonstrated ability to teach science at the secondary level
- exhibit an understanding of international student learners
- be a positive, flexible, adaptable individual committed to student-centered teaching
- demonstrate awareness of the new BC curriculum requirements, and the appropriate application of performance standards
- demonstrate a willingness to work with a group of professionals to collaborate regarding curriculum, assessment, instruction and planning
- be a communicator, with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to create effective working relationships with colleagues and students
Qualifications
- BC certified teacher (TRB); or must be immediately eligible for certification
- Experience teaching science curriculum at the secondary level
- Up-to-date Criminal Record Check
- IB experience ideal
- Familiarity with Modern Curriculum / Inquiry Based instruction
- Experience as a teacher of ELL learners
- A keen willingness to support young learners 15 - 20 years old
Benefits
- Competitive salary
To apply, please send the following application package:
- Cover Letter and Resume
- Proof of valid BC Teacher Certification – This will be required prior to the offer of a contract – visit BC Teacher Regulation Branch for details
Submit Application To:
Mr. Ryan Waurynchuk – Principal, Lowell High School
LHS celebrates and embraces diversity and wants to build a truly international faculty. We invite teachers from all cultural, ethnic and national backgrounds to apply for this position.
About this occupation
This job is classed under Secondary school teachers (NOC 41220) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.
Secondary school teachers prepare and teach academic, technical, vocational or specialized subjects at public and private secondary schools. Secondary school teachers who are heads of departments are included in this unit group.
Typical duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Prepare subject material for presentation to students according to an approved curriculum
- Teach students using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, and laboratory, shop and field studies
- Assign and correct homework
- Prepare, administer and correct tests
- Evaluate progress, determine individual needs of students and discuss results with parents and school officials
Usual requirements
- Teachers of academic subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is often preceded by a bachelor's degree in the arts or sciences.
- Teachers of vocational or technical subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is usually preceded by specialized training or experience in the subject.
- Instructors of trades in Quebec require completion of an apprenticeship training program and industry or trade certification.
- Department heads usually require several years of teaching experience.
AI Summary
What you’ll do
Teach and cover secondary science classes. Apply BC curriculum requirements and performance standards. Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, assessment, instruction, and planning. Create effective working relationships with students and colleagues. Support international students and young learners aged 15 to 20
What you’ll need
BC-certified teacher through the Teacher Regulation Branch or immediately eligible for certification. Experience teaching secondary-level science curriculum. Up-to-date Criminal Record Check. Familiarity with modern curriculum and inquiry-based instruction. Experience teaching English language learner students. IB experience is preferred. Strong communication, interpersonal, flexibility, and adaptability skills. Commitment to student-centered teaching
Benefits
- Competitive salary