**Teacher, Career Education & Co-Lead, Work Integrated Learning, Senior School (Grade 8 - 12) **

Full-time, Continuing Contract

2026-27

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here, students are motivated to strive for their best selves, embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences, guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators, staff, students, and families. Here, everyone can contribute to the strength of our school– including you.

We offer extensive professional development opportunities, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities, as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.

Crofton House School is seeking a dynamic, innovative educator to join our Career Education and Post-Secondary Counselling Department in a unique dual- capacity role. This 1.0 FTE position balances the art of classroom teaching with co-leading on the of our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) program.

As a Teacher of Career Education, you are an expert in the B.C. curriculum, creating student-centered, inquiry-based environments where Senior School students explore their potential and navigate their post-secondary pathways.

As a Co-Lead for Work Integrated Learning, you serve as a supportive mentor, helping students bridge the gap between their interests and the professional world. Working collaboratively with a fellow Co-Lead and other teams, you will help grow a community of opportunities by connecting with local businesses and professional offices. Your role is to guide students through the exciting process of discovering work placements, helping them build confidence through resume prep and mock interviews, and ensuring they feel fully prepared and supported as they explore their future career paths.

The FTE breakdown between Careers and WIL will be determined.

Responsibilities of a CHS Teacher:

• Bring a student-centered, inquiry-based and collaborative approach to the delivery of the B.C. curriculum of Career Education (Grade 8 - 12)
• Support the growth and development of individual learners through the delivery of the Crofton House School Advisory program
• Work as a collaborative and supportive member of the Career Education & Post-Secondary Counselling Department
• Build relationships with teachers and staff across the school community
• Be an active and positive participant in the co-curricular program
• Be an active part of school meetings, events, and professional development, keeping a specific focus on fresh ideas and best practices in career education and post-secondary counseling
• Create a positive and supportive culture for learning

Responsibilities of a Co-Lead, Work Integrated Learning:

• Work as a collaborative and supportive member of the Career Education & Post-Secondary Counselling Team team
• Collaborate with the Career Education teachers to support curriculum integration and student readiness initiatives, leveraging a direct connection to the student body to maintain a primary focus on student-facing programming.
• Support with identifying potential work placements for CHS students
• Support with making connections with businesses and professional offices which support work placement interests of CHS students (may include travel to business/offices)
• Support with expanding and refining the list of work placement opportunities available to CHS students.
• Co-create the Career Exploration Opportunities ‘CEO’ Canvas page sharing various volunteer, work, summer programming, networking etc. opportunities to the students school-wide
• Understand and communicate with students the nature of a potential work placement, the expectations, and any safety risks which must be managed
• Prepare students for work placement including assisting in writing a resume and/or cover letter
• Assist students to effectively respond to written application questions
• Conduct 1:1 mock interviews with students and provide constructive feedback
• Reflect on the work placement experience of students and make recommendations
• Plan, host, and facilitate school assemblies, workshops, and community-wide events
• Track, organize, and maintain key data, ensuring accurate records to help the team monitor progress and report on outcomes

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience:

• Essential : B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or Independent School Certification qualification criteria
• Relevant university qualifications (e.g. Bachelor of Education)
• Experience as Career Education teacher at a senior school level
• A comprehensive understanding of current educational practices outlined in the BC Ministry of Education documents
• Experience with curriculum development
• Previous experience soliciting and coordinating work placements
• Experience in an independent school, an asset
• Experience supporting or facilitating workshops, with a background in teaching writing skills or a strong willingness to learn the fundamentals of the post-secondary admissions process.
• An awareness of the learning styles of girls and young women
• Collaborative and energetic with a passion for teaching
• Committed to the craft of teaching, best practices, and standards of professional practice
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Energy, commitment and a readiness to participate in the co-curricular program the diverse life of the school community

**Employment and Application Details: **

Classes begin in September 2026 following teacher orientation in late August 2026.

Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

Annual Compensation: $69,541 - $123,242 depending on education and experience

Please include the following with your application:

• A cover letter and current resume that outlines exact dates of employment, the organization, job title and responsibilities. If you have gaps in your employment history, please advise as to why.
• Please clearly identify your educational background and history of professional development related to this position.

Apply online at www.croftonhouse.ca/careers . Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

We thank all candidates in advance. We will, however, contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

**About Crofton House School **

Established in 1898, Crofton House has a long history of girl-centred education. Today, the School has over 900 students and almost 200 staff members learning, working and playing on our 10-acre campus in Vancouver.

Our approach supports the whole girl in her social, emotional, physical and intellectual development. Here, girls can discover and pursue their own paths, developing the confidence and capacity to thrive and positively influence the world around them.

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Posted On

May 25, 2026 11:33 AM PST/PDT

Closing Date & Time

June 19, 2026

Job Type

Full Time, Permanent

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

Vancouver

School/Location

Crofton House School