Position Title: Grade 7/8 Adolescent Program Teacher
Division: Middle School
School Type: Montessori Independent School
English Language Arts, Arts Education & Field Studies
Full-Time Position
Selkirk Montessori School is seeking an innovative, collaborative, and relationship-centered educator to join our Adolescent Program team. This position is part of a three-teacher teaching team in Grades 7 and 8 within a Montessori adolescent community.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading English Language Arts, Leadership, and contributing to foundational aspects of the program, including integrated Field Studies, Model United Nations, service learning, seminar, and micro-economy, while working closely with colleagues to support the intellectual, social, emotional, and moral development of adolescents.
About the Adolescent Program
Maria Montessori described adolescence as a period of profound transformation—a time when young people seek independence, purpose, belonging, and meaningful work. The Montessori adolescent program is designed to meet these developmental needs by fostering:
- Independence and responsibility
- Critical thinking and intellectual curiosity
- Real-world application of learning
- Community engagement and service
- Self-discovery and personal growth
- Collaboration and social development
- Stewardship of the environment and society
Our program embraces Montessori's vision of education as an "aid to life," creating authentic opportunities for students to engage in meaningful work, inquiry, reflection, and contribution.
Position Overview
As a member of the Adolescent Program team, you will:
- Design and deliver engaging English Language Arts learning experiences aligned with Montessori adolescent principles and provincial curriculum requirements.
- Foster a rich literary environment that develops communication, critical thinking, research, writing, and discussion skills.
- Lead Arts Education experiences that encourage creativity, self-expression, craftsmanship, and artistic exploration.
- Participate in interdisciplinary Field Studies, helping students connect classroom learning to real-world experiences and community engagement.
- Lead and/or collaborate with the students and team on different components of service learning and micro-economy
- Collaborate closely with two teaching colleagues to create integrated, project-based learning opportunities.
- Serve as an advisor and mentor, supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development.
- Guide students in developing executive functioning, self-management, and leadership skills.
- Contribute to student exhibitions, performances, community projects, and experiential learning opportunities.
- Participate in outdoor education, field experiences, and overnight trips as required (typically two trips per year).
- Build strong partnerships with families and maintain regular communication regarding student growth and development.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A valid British Columbia Teaching Certificate (or eligibility for certification).
- Experience teaching middle school or adolescent-aged students.
- Strong knowledge of English Language Arts instruction and assessment.
- Experience in Arts Education and interdisciplinary learning.
- A commitment to experiential, inquiry-based, and project-based learning.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
- A deep respect for adolescents and an understanding of their developmental needs.
Preferred Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates with:
- Montessori adolescent training, certification, or experience.
- Knowledge of Montessori adolescent philosophy and pedagogy.
- Experience with integrated curriculum design.
- Outdoor education, environmental education, or field studies experience.
- Experience facilitating student leadership, service learning, or community-based projects.
What We Value
We are seeking an educator who:
- Views adolescents as capable, emerging adults.
- Builds authentic and respectful relationships with students.
- Creates environments where students experience both freedom and responsibility.
- Encourages curiosity, independence, and self-reflection.
- Believes learning is most powerful when it is purposeful, connected, and relevant.
- Thrives in a collaborative teaching culture.
- Is committed to continuous professional growth and reflective practice.
About Selkirk Montessori School
Selkirk Montessori School is an independent Montessori school serving students from preschool through adolescence. We are committed to nurturing capable, compassionate, and engaged citizens through an educational approach grounded in Montessori principles, community connection, and respect for each child's unique developmental journey.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter, résumé, and references to [email protected]. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary: $56,812 – $88,428; commensurate with experience and training
