Math Teacher

Math Teacher

Senior School

Full Time - Continuing Contract

Starting September 2026

About York House School

It all began on the corner of Granville and 28th where seven fearless women welcomed 17 students to the very first York House School in 1932. Nearly a century later, thousands of students have found their unique path and purpose at YHS. Our School has since grown into one of Canada’s leading independent schools for girls. Today, we serve approximately 700 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.

At York House School, our Vision is clear: seeing the world as it is, and imagining what it could be, we aspire to create a transformational experience for students who are empowered to reshape the future.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to creating an environment that elevates the mind, celebrates uniqueness, inspires creativity, and encourages discourse.

Why Join Us?

At York House School, we’re fostering a learning environment where creative exploration, courageous conversation and deep intellectual engagement are equally celebrated. This bold approach requires a highly skilled, diverse and energetic team of committed faculty and staff. Please check out our Spark Strategic Plan to learn more.

If you are passionate about education, excited by the opportunity to inspire future leaders, and eager to be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking community, we would love to hear from you.

About this Role

York House School is inviting applications from compassionate, innovative, and qualified Mathematics Teachers committed to providing an exceptional 21st-century learning environment for our students. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in instructional and assessment practices, a passion for teaching, and a strong understanding of how girls learn best. This individual will also fulfill the role of Teacher Advisor each day and will have opportunities to be involved in the co-curricular and extra-curricular activities that enhance students’ experiences at school.

Qualifications

· Bachelor of Education

· A Master’s degree in Mathematics or equivalent is an asset

· Ability to teach Science is an asset

· British Columbia Teachers' certification

· Five years of teaching experience is preferred

· Experience teaching senior school levels of Mathematics

· Knowledge of and experience using Standards Based Assessment and the BC proficiency scale

· Coaching and/or extra-curricular experience

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

· Strong knowledge of the British Columbia Curriculum

· Knowledge of the current research on girls and learning

· Demonstrated experience as an enthusiastic, innovative, and caring educator with a commitment to inclusive education

· Collaborative and flexible, supportive, and effective team-player

· Ability to develop strong professional relationships with all internal and external parties

· Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills

· Strong organizational and time-management skills

· Demonstrated commitment to educating the whole student

· Demonstrated ability to integrate technology purposefully to transform learning

· Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and assessment practices to meet the needs of individual learners

· Experience with using Understanding by Design and Universal Design for Learning as a framework to teach for deeper understanding

· Experience using an inquiry-based and project-based learning approach

· Committed to continuous professional growth and improvement