Brockton School: Inspiring the Growth of Outstanding Humans. 

Imagine working at a school where every student matters, every family matters, community matters, and learning for life matters. Imagine a school where priority is given to the holistic development of students, alongside a robust academic and extended day program; a school where faculty and staff engage a sense of purpose within a supportive environment. Imagine a place where there is genuine support and engagement from an authentic and diverse community – a community that has the courage to embrace the innovation and creativity needed for the future. Imagine Brockton School! 

Brockton School is a nondenominational coeducational Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12, independent school, located in North Vancouver, British Columbia. As an IB World Continuum School, Brockton offers the Primary Years, Middle Years, Diploma, and Career-Related programmes (one of a handful of schools around the globe with such innovative programming). 

Brockton School is not only a place of employment, it is a place of purpose. 

Faculty and Staff receive healthy and competitive compensation packages and have the joy of working with low staff:student ratios in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment. Brockton prioritizes ongoing professional development and supports staff on their own personal/professional journey. Brockton’s mission is to inspire the growth of outstanding humans – and that includes inspiring the continual growth of our faculty and staff.  

If you are looking to be a part of something special, to be in a place where your voice will be heard and your impact valued, to be in a role that will allow you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others with multiple opportunities for advancement, please see the opportunity below. 

Please note that the successful applicant must be eligible to work in Canada and have teacher  certification in British Columbia. Consent to undergo a Criminal Record Check is a condition of initial and ongoing employment.

The following position is available for expressions of interest:

Outdoor Education Teacher (Gr 1-7) Part Time – 0.8 FTE January 5, 2026 – June 25, 2026

Reporting to Junior School Principal and Senior School Principal, this position works collaboratively with the school’s faculty, and administration. This contract is 0.8 FTE, the successful applicant will work Tuesday-Friday commencing Jan 5, 2026 concluding June 25, 2026, with the possibility to extend for the 2026-2027 school year. 

The Outdoor Education program at Brockton School is complementary to the academic program. The program offers students the opportunity to explore southwestern British Columbia’s varied landscapes; develop personal leadership skills; practice authentic collaboration and community building, and be safely introduced to a variety of healthy and lifelong outdoor pursuits unique to the North Shore, Lower Mainland, and Southwestern BC.

The Outdoor Education Teacher will be responsible for designing, and delivering outdoor education programming for students in Grades 1–7. This role involves creating engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that foster exploration, environmental stewardship, and personal growth. Key responsibilities include curriculum planning and implementation, risk management, direct teaching of outdoor skills/activities, and supporting students in building confidence and collaboration in outdoor settings.

Requirements:

❏ BC Teacher Certification (Teachers Regulation Branch) in the form of a Certificate of Qualification (CoQ) or Independent School Teaching Certificate (ISTC)

❏ IB experience or training (preferred)

❏ Three to five years of professional work experience in the field of outdoor education

❏ Experienced and knowledgeable about local landscapes (has travelled/out-tripped in local spaces)

❏  Wilderness First Aid and CPR certifications; 

❏  Additional guiding certifications are an asset: AST, SKGABC, Paddle Canada etc.

❏  Excellent written and oral communication skills

❏  High EQ skills, possess the ability to be self-aware

❏  Strong problem-solving, organizational, and administrative skills

❏  The ability to work independently and as a collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills

Ideal characteristics:

❏ Experience in teaching (or demonstrated ability to safely teach) Outdoor Education

❏ Experience in safely introducing to a variety of healthy and lifelong outdoor pursuits unique to the North Shore, Lower Mainland, and Southwestern BC

❏ Willingness to collaborate with colleagues to build Unit plans 

❏ Class 4 Driver’s License an asset

Expectations include but are not limited to: 

• Identify learning outcomes as they relate to OE delivery to Grades 1–7 by designing and adapting age-appropriate lessons and activities that integrate outdoor experiences with core curriculum areas
• Incorporate student reflection tools (e.g., journals, discussions, self-assessment) to deepen learning and track growth
• Participation on OE trips as needed
• Assist the OE Coordinator with activity and trip planning, as well as administrative functions, as needed, including budget tracking and communications related to the outdoor education program
• Assist in coordinating Grade 1-7 outdoor trips and activities by supporting tasks such as identifying destinations, securing permits, organizing transportation, ensuring safety and communication protocols, preparing group gear, collecting medical/health forms and waivers, planning and purchasing food supplies, and helping to organize groups and chaperones
• Collaborate with and assist Elementary teachers in planning and implementing class trips connected to their classroom units, including co-planning and/or teaching lessons in advance of trips when requested
• Brings different perspectives, voices, and worldviews to the classroom learning experience, including those of Indigenous, local, and global populations
• Promotes a safe and inclusive environment through strong relationship building and classroom management
• Organizes curriculum mapping and lesson planning (using the tool Toddle or other)
• Fosters a love of learning and an environment that encourages all students to develop and fulfill their academic potential
• Tracks assessment and feedback through use of formative and summative methods, includes student reflections and voice when targeting growth and development
• Attends staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and serves on committees as required
• Involves self in extended day programming activities
• Models behaviours, attitudes, and principals for students in all contexts
• Other duties as assigned by the divisional Principal

Salary Range:  Brockton Faculty Salary Grid 

2025-26 Example – For TQS Category 5  0.8 FTE (Step 0) $52,162 to $85,735 (Step 10) per annum

In addition to a competitive salary, the total compensation for this position includes excellent extended health, vision, dental, and retirement benefits, as well as a generous Health Savings Account.  Brockton’s small class sizes, considerable student support, and commitment to continuing professional development make the school a wonderful place to pursue a career in education.  

Brockton School holds inclusion to be one of our core values, and welcomes the benefits of a diversity of perspectives and experiences.  We encourage application by candidates from communities that have been traditionally underrepresented at independent schools, and are happy to provide accommodation in the interviewing process.  If you would like an accommodation, please indicate this information in your cover letter.

To apply for this position, please follow the  application URL to tour application form and indicate  OutdoorEd as the posting ID.  

If you are unable to complete the form successfully, please send a Cover Letter  – including a copy of your valid BC Teaching certificate – followed by a Resume as one attachment (MS Word or PDF format) and quote “OutdoorEd – [Insert Your Name]” in the subject line of your email:  

This position is open to both internal and external candidates.

Posting Date:  October 16, 2025 Closing Date:  until filled

While we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.