Teach Montessori Kindergarten in a collaborative team environment.
Apply knowledge of the BC Curriculum and effective teaching and learning practices.
Deliver effective literacy and numeracy practices and support student development.
Personalize learning for all students.
Work in a technologically rich learning environment.
Create and maintain a safe and caring learning environment.
Participate in professional development
Requirements summary
Valid BC Teachers Certificate.
AMI diploma, AMS credential program diploma, or Montessori diploma from a registered training center.
Completed supervised practicum in a Montessori classroom.
Knowledge of effective literacy and numeracy practices and development.
Knowledge and experience personalizing learning for all students.
Ability and willingness to work in a technologically rich learning environment.
Commitment to creating a safe and caring learning environment
Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) diploma OR AMS credential program diploma OR Montessori diploma from a registered training centerCompleted supervised practicum in a Montessori classroomBC Curriculum knowledgeProfessional development commitmentNumeracy instructionLiteracy instructionCreating safe and caring learning environmentsMontessori teachingEffective teaching and learning practicesPersonalizing learning for all studentsTechnologically rich learning environment readinessCollaborative teamwork with teachers
Job description
<p><strong>New Westminster Schools Career Opportunity</strong></p><p></p><div>New Westminster Schools seeks qualified Montessori Kindergarten Teacher for the following position:</div><div><br></br></div><div>Continuing 1.0 Full-time Montessori Kindergarten Teacher position available at Skwo:wech Elementary School.</div><p><br></br></p><p><strong><u>About New Westminster Schools</u></strong></p><p>Serving the community of New Westminster, the New Westminster School District provides high quality educational programs to over 8,000 students in a variety of learning environments.
Located in the geographic centre of Metro Vancouver, New Westminster is a compact and growing urban centre with all the benefits of both city and small town life – ready access to a rich array of recreational and cultural pursuits, high quality public services, and the neighborly feel of a small community.
Commitment to the success of its students and its staff makes New Westminster School District a great place to learn and to work.</p><p>New Westminster School District has a rich tapestry of cultures, backgrounds and needs.
Together, we are a caring, inclusive, and committed learning community dedicated to supporting each of our unique learners.</p><p>The candidate will be part of, and work closely with, a collaborative team of teachers.
An understanding of the BC Curriculum, effective teaching and learning practices, and a commitment to professional development are essential.</p><p><br></br></p><p><b><u>Required Qualifications</u></b></p><ul><li>Valid BC Teachers Certificate</li><li>Qualified and experienced in specialization noted above </li><li>Must possess an Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) diploma, an AMS credential program diploma, or a Montessori diploma from a registered training center, and have completed a supervised practicum in a Montessori classroom</li><li>Knowledge of effective literacy and numeracy practices and development</li><li>Knowledge and experience in personalizing learning for all students</li><li>Ability and willingness to work in a technologically rich learning environment</li><li>Commitment to creating a safe and caring learning environment</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><u>Compensation:</u></strong><br></br></p><ul><li>Salary as per Teachers' Collective Agreement.
Current salary range is $59,724.00 to $110,833.00 annually plus comprehensive benefits package.<br></br><br></br></li></ul><p><b><u>Application Process:</u></b></p><p>To apply for this position, click on the <strong>APPLY ONLINE</strong> button at the bottom of the page.
Please include your cover letter, resume, transcripts, copies of certificates or diplomas, practicum and/or teacher evaluation report, and references..</p><p>School District No.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
40 (New Westminster) is an equal opportunity employer.
Successful Completion of a Criminal Record Search is a legislated requirement, and only those applicants legally entitled to work in Canada will be considered.
New Westminster Schools values the time you have taken to submit your application; however, only those applicants selected to move forward will be contacted.
To all others, thank you for your interest.</p><div><strong><strong>The New Westminster School District recognizes and acknowledges the Qayqayt First Nation, as well as all Coast Salish peoples, on whose traditional and unceded territories we live, we learn, we play and we do our work.<br></br><br></br></strong></strong></div><div></div><div>School District No.
40 (New Westminster) is an equal opportunity employer.
New Westminster Schools welcomes and encourages applications from women, visible minorities, indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, any gender identity or gender expression.
If you require an accommodation through our hiring process, please include your request in the application email to equity@sd40.bc.ca.</div><p>School District No.
40 (New Westminster) has been given approval from the Human Rights Tribunal for a Special Program under s.42(3) of the Human Rights Code.
Under this special program, New Westminster Schools seeks to preferentially hire Indigenous persons to a variety of teaching positions.
Therefore, each applicant may wish to provide, on a voluntary basis, whether they self-identify as a First Nations, Metis, or Inuit person.</p>
Market context
Classroom teacher roles in British Columbia
Classroom teacher roles in British Columbia are often shaped by steady demand for educators who can support diverse learners and meet district curriculum needs. These positions can be competitive because employers may look for current teaching credentials, classroom experience, and evidence of instructional planning, while the salary range of CAD 70,437–112,872 reflects the role’s scope. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm any credential or certification details before applying.
