Saplings Outdoor Program
North Vancouver, BC
Posté aujourd'hui
Détails de l'emploi :
55 000 $ - 58 000 $ / année
Temps plein
Expérimenté
Avantages :
Assurance dentaire
Assurance vie
BC Certified Teacher
We are looking for a full time teacher for the 2027/2028 school year for our Kindergarten cohort.
Early applicants who are successful will be invited to be involved in our programming for the current school year where possible, to ease transitions and provide optimum support and preparation.
Job Description:We are hiring a BC Certified Teacher for our multi-aged, nature-based K-5 school. This position is for a class teacher position within our Kindergarten cohort. Teachers will participate in curriculum development, weekly meetings, student assessments, and social-emotional development plans, and are responsible for the daily implementation of BC Curriculum through child centred, inquiry-based learning. We have the unique learning environment where we spend a large portion of our day learning in, with and from nature in an outdoor setting which is then supported and supplemented by learning in our indoor space at our Nature School.
Standard weekly hours are as follows:Monday to Friday, 8 hours every day 8:30am-3:30 on site with an additional 1 hour per day for documentation and planning.
Total 40 hours a week.
Who Are We?
Saplings is a nature-based school located in North Vancouver on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations (Lower Mainland). Saplings believes that nature is one of a child's best educators. As such, teachers will work in natural landscapes such as forests, stream banks, nearby playgrounds, fields, and parks as they inspire learning, follow the children's lead to discover the world around them, and deliver interesting, experiential, and hands-on lessons. Saplings uses a holistic approach to education as we strive to inspire a sense of wonder and love for learning. Our BC Certified teachers are passionate individuals with a deep respect for childhood, reverence for the natural world, and who want to be part of a strong team.
Why Work with Saplings?
Who should apply?If you love the outdoors and are seeking a meaningful role in education which aligns your philosophy of nature-based, student-centred programming with quality curriculum delivery, this job is for you! Our organisation is committed to providing a safe and equitable space for all. Our teachers and student's right to belong and feel safe is fiercely protected and we implement anti-racist, anti-homophobic, and anti-transphobic practices. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply to a fair and equitable selection process.
Qualifications:
Annual salary: 55,000-58,000 plus room for growth.
About Saplings Outdoor Program:Saplings is a nature-based program with several childcare programs located across the North Shore and Vancouver areas. Alongside the Saplings Nature School based in North Vancouver, we also run several preschools and out of school care programs. The core of philosophy and ethos is to provide children with an opportunity to connect with the outdoor environment in a safe and enjoyable way. Nature is a child's best education.
We are looking for a full time teacher for the 2027/2028 school year for our Kindergarten cohort.
Early applicants who are successful will be invited to be involved in our programming for the current school year where possible, to ease transitions and provide optimum support and preparation.
Job Description:We are hiring a BC Certified Teacher for our multi-aged, nature-based K-5 school. This position is for a class teacher position within our Kindergarten cohort. Teachers will participate in curriculum development, weekly meetings, student assessments, and social-emotional development plans, and are responsible for the daily implementation of BC Curriculum through child centred, inquiry-based learning. We have the unique learning environment where we spend a large portion of our day learning in, with and from nature in an outdoor setting which is then supported and supplemented by learning in our indoor space at our Nature School.
Standard weekly hours are as follows:Monday to Friday, 8 hours every day 8:30am-3:30 on site with an additional 1 hour per day for documentation and planning.
Total 40 hours a week.
Who Are We?
Saplings is a nature-based school located in North Vancouver on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations (Lower Mainland). Saplings believes that nature is one of a child's best educators. As such, teachers will work in natural landscapes such as forests, stream banks, nearby playgrounds, fields, and parks as they inspire learning, follow the children's lead to discover the world around them, and deliver interesting, experiential, and hands-on lessons. Saplings uses a holistic approach to education as we strive to inspire a sense of wonder and love for learning. Our BC Certified teachers are passionate individuals with a deep respect for childhood, reverence for the natural world, and who want to be part of a strong team.
Why Work with Saplings?
- Teach in a natural outdoor environment, spending most of your day outside in nature's beautiful outdoor classroom areas.
- Offering flexible positions with a great work-life balance.
- Mentorship and regular professional development opportunities.
- Competitive remuneration package including Competitive Salary, Life Insurance, Extended Medical and Dental Benefits.
- Low Child/Educator Ratio and working alongside a great dedicated team of Teachers and Educational Assistants.
Who should apply?If you love the outdoors and are seeking a meaningful role in education which aligns your philosophy of nature-based, student-centred programming with quality curriculum delivery, this job is for you! Our organisation is committed to providing a safe and equitable space for all. Our teachers and student's right to belong and feel safe is fiercely protected and we implement anti-racist, anti-homophobic, and anti-transphobic practices. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply to a fair and equitable selection process.
Qualifications:
- BC Certified Teacher.
- Clean Criminal Record Check.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- Experience working with elementary school-aged students.
- Applicants with experience working in an outdoor setting or in a multi-aged classroom preferred.
Annual salary: 55,000-58,000 plus room for growth.
About Saplings Outdoor Program:Saplings is a nature-based program with several childcare programs located across the North Shore and Vancouver areas. Alongside the Saplings Nature School based in North Vancouver, we also run several preschools and out of school care programs. The core of philosophy and ethos is to provide children with an opportunity to connect with the outdoor environment in a safe and enjoyable way. Nature is a child's best education.
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The annual salary is listed as $55,000.00–$58,000.00, with room for growth.
This is a full-time role in North Vancouver, BC, at Saplings Outdoor Program, a nature-based school where teachers spend much of the day learning in outdoor natural environments.
Standard schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm on-site, plus 1 hour per day for documentation and planning, totaling 40 hours per week.
A BC Certified Teacher license, a clean Criminal Record Check, a current First Aid Certificate, and experience with elementary students are required.
Teachers implement BC Curriculum through child-centered, inquiry-based learning in multi-aged groups, with much time spent outdoors in natural landscapes and support from indoor spaces at the Nature School.
Early applicants may be invited to be involved in programming for the current school year to ease transitions and provide optimum support and preparation.
The role includes a competitive remuneration package with life insurance and extended medical and dental benefits, along with mentorship and regular professional development opportunities.
