Nova Scotia K–12 Teaching Jobs

districts hiring: 9
Median posted pay: $46,320
Peak posting window: May–Jul

Nova Scotia teacher salary snapshot

Based on 8 active Nova Scotia listings with pay disclosed on this site.

$46,320

annual median, all roles

Classroom Teacher

$50,000

Substitute Teacher

$5,980

Teaching Assistant

$33,500

The median disclosed salary across Nova Scotia is $46,320, based on 8 active listings with pay information. Classroom Teacher is the most common role in current listings.

Hiring demand in Nova Scotia

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Nova Scotia has 19 active K–12 Teaching Jobs. Visual & Performing Arts accounts for 16% of listings. Halifax has the most active listings, while Halifax has the most recent postings.

Cities in Nova Scotia

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Halifax, NS

5 jobs

Antigonish, NS

4 jobs

Afton, NS

3 jobs

Fresh openings in Nova Scotia

Newest K-12 and district roles published across the province.

Nova Scotia Health and IWK HealthNew

Teacher (B.Ed.), Intensive Outreach Services

Halifax, Nova Scotia · Full Time

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. IWK Health Req ID: 226625 Department/Program: Intensive Outreach, Mental

CA$38 - CA$50/hr

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP

CSAP 26-596 - Aide-enseignant(e) - 5,5h /jour - École Belle-Baie

Larrys River, Nova Scotia · Part Time

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CA$21 - CA$30/hr

Nova Scotia Regional Centres for Education & CSAP

CSAP 26-531 - Aide-enseignant(e) - 5,5h /jour - Terme - École Wedgeport

Lower Wedgeport, Nova Scotia · Temporary

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CA$19 - CA$27/hr

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Frequently asked questions

There are 19 active K–12 Teaching Jobs in Nova Scotia, across 9 cities.

The median disclosed pay is $46,320 across 8 listings in Nova Scotia. Classroom Teacher has a median of $50,000.

Requirements in Nova Scotia can vary by role and employer, so candidates should confirm the required license, certificate, or credentials for each posting. Review the license and credential requirements section for the official agency resource before applying.

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Halifax, Antigonish, and Afton have the most active listings in Nova Scotia.

License and credential requirements in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia public-school teachers must be certified or hold a teaching permit. Applicants for certification must complete an approved program of professional studies, with certification requirements governed by the Education Act and Teacher Certification Regulations.

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