Senior School Science Teacher

Position: Senior School Science Teacher (1 year term contract)
West Point Grey Academy is seeking a Senior School Science Teacher to join our Senior School Science Department on a term contract from September 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. This leave‑replacement position is eligible for benefits coverage.
Great schools have great faculty, and WPGA has exceptional teachers and staff who are dedicated to shaping lives of inquiry, action, and joy.
West Point Grey Academy teachers and staff focus on the individual child, the whole person, and a balanced life. They give each student transformative learning experiences rooted in inquiry, shaped by action, and celebrated with joy.

Our Senior School Science teachers are valued members of the faculty who, as part of a collaborative and student‑centred department, design and deliver engaging learning experiences aligned with the BC Curriculum. This role will primarily focus on teaching Science 8-10 and/or graduate‑level Biology courses while contributing to the broader Science program as needed. The successful candidate will join a department that fosters curiosity, scientific inquiry, collaboration, environmental stewardship, and evidence‑based thinking.

Ideal candidates for this role are passionate about language learning, enjoy working with adolescents, and create thoughtful, engaging, and inclusive classroom environments where students feel confident taking linguistic risks and developing their identities as language learners.
All WPGA Faculty:
Provide future‑focused programs and personalized learning experiences
Design inclusive, inspiring learning environments that promote engagement, wellbeing, and belonging
Strengthen relationships within the school community through collaboration, service, and positive culture
Place student wellbeing at the heart of teaching, learning, and decision‑making
Contribute, as appropriate, to the co‑curricular life of the school
In your first year at WPGA, you'll be directly involved in:
Teaching & Curriculum   Planning, delivering, and assessing Senior School (Grades 8-12) Science courses
Designing learning experiences that develop scientific literacy, inquiry skills, critical thinking, and problem solving
Supporting student confidence and proficiency through authentic, personalized, and culturally responsive resources and activities
Employing varied instructional and assessment strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners
Assessing and reporting on student learning in accordance with curriculum standards and school practices
Student Relationships & Wellbeing   Building strong, respectful, and trusting relationships with students
Creating classroom and laboratory environments that are safe, inclusive, and supportive of intellectual curiosity and academic risk‑taking
Supporting students' social, emotional, and academic wellbeing through a relational, student‑centred approach
Encouraging curiosity, empathy, and openness to diverse perspectives
Co‑Curricular Involvement   Contributing to the co‑curricular life of the school, which may include clubs, trips, cultural activities, or other programming, based on skills and school needs
Recognizing that participation in co‑curricular programming may require work beyond the typical school day, including early mornings, late afternoons, or occasional evenings during peak periods of the school year
Participating in school events, parent evenings, and community activities as part of faculty life
Collaboration & Professional Practice   Working collaboratively with colleagues within the Science Department and broader Senior School
Participating in faculty and departmental meetings
Engaging in reflective practice and contributing positively to the professional community throughout the term
About You  I understand that...
Science literacy is developed through inquiry, curiosity, and evidence‑based thinking
Student wellbeing, engagement, and safety are foundational to effective learning
Laboratory and experiential learning require thoughtful planning, risk management, and instructional design
Independent school teaching includes meaningful contributions beyond the classroom, particularly during busy periods of the academic year
Joining a school community in a…