Job description
Permanent, Part-time (o.5 FTE)
Do you love working with children & youth? Would you like to further your career in education?
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 Visual and Fine Arts Teacher to teach a .5 FTE (full-time equivalent) term position for the 2026/2027 school year and a possibility of a further extending contract. This position would start as soon as possible.
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). Half-time teacher positions start at $25,000-$40,000 (depending on experience) and may be combined with a second teachable subject for full-time hours where available. Interested candidates should submit your cover letter, resume, teaching certificates and reference letters to
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.
More about WWS & Living in Whistler, BC:
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 WWSent
*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.
1 of 1 Posting Timeframe: Oct.8-Nov.1/2026
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 visual and fine arts to middle and high school students. Support students' academic and social-emotional development. Collaborate with students, parents, faculty, and administrative staff. Participate in professional development and ongoing education
What you’ll need
Fully certified British Columbia teacher or eligible to apply for a British Columbia teaching license. Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent post-secondary graduation, diploma, or technical certificate related to the position. At least 1 year of teaching experience. Canadian citizenship or eligibility to work in Canada. Current Criminal Record Check. Excellent communication and collaborative skills. Waldorf education certification or training is an asset. French language specialty or a second teachable subject is an asset
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Life and disability insurance
- Partial tuition remission
- Pension support
- Possible rental housing
- Professional development opportunities
- Training and financial compensation for ongoing education