Job Description

Southpointe Academy is a leading edge International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School surrounded by the ocean, beaches and natural beauty of South Delta. As a co-educational, secular day school serving over 690 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, Southpointe is known for its strong sense of community, collaborative culture and commitment to professional development. The school fosters caring relationships with students and develops young people of character who make a positive difference in the world.

Southpointe takes immense pride in its world-class educational offerings. The International Baccalaureate Primary Years (Grades K-5), Middle Years (Grades 6-10), and Diploma (Grades 11-12) Programmes are globally recognized for their excellence, rigour and educational impact. These distinguished programmes are complemented by state-of-the-art facilities and purpose-built amenities, ensuring an innovative environment for learning. Southpointe is actively constructing a cutting-edge expansion campus spanning over 75,000 square feet, seamlessly integrated with its existing facilities. This substantial undertaking not only mirrors the school's continuous growth, but also demonstrates a sustained commitment to offering an optimal learning environment for all members of the school community.

Southpointe is seeking an energetic, positive and collaborative professional who will work with teachers and the leadership team to support student learning in classrooms, as well as through the co-curricular and/or athletic programs. Reporting to the Junior School Principal or designate, the Classroom Teacher Position will commence on August 21, 2025.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the development of an inquiry-based, transdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning;
• Foster caring, committed and supportive relationships with students and families;
• Create a classroom environment that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect and care;
• Use engaging technology to enhance instruction and learning;
• Participate in professional development training related to the International Baccalaureate, Primary Years Programme and other educational initiatives;
• Design, prepare and deliver learning experiences that facilitate authentic engagement;
• Identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet diverse student needs;
• Design and implement a range of authentic learning assessments that provide timely feedback to students and clear direction to parents;
• Maintain accurate, ongoing and complete records of student progress for the purposes of teaching, learning and reporting;
• Prepare reports, conduct parent-teacher conferences and communicate with parents on an ongoing basis in order to foster an open and supportive relationship;
• Model a strong work ethic, high standard of commitment, and maintain excellent professionalism in all interactions with colleagues, students and parents;
• Participate in community building events, both in and out of school hours;
• Offer expertise, experience and enthusiasm when leading or organizing co-curricular activities;
• Demonstrate strong pedagogical practice in literacy and numeracy;
• Promote and support the mission, vision and values of the school.

All Southpointe educators provide co-curricular activities for students by either devising their own programmes or participating in the school’s Athletics offerings throughout the different sporting seasons. 

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Education or Equivalent;
• BC Ministry of Education: Certificate of Qualification or Independent School Teaching Certificate.

Preferences

• Valid First Aid Certificate

Salary 

• Southpointe's teacher salary grid is currently 6% above the Delta public school salary grid at all levels of the grid;
• The annual salary for a full-time teaching position at Southpointe Academy during the 2025-2026 school year ranges from $68,422 to $116,091 based on placement on the approved teacher salary grid;
• Placement on the approved teacher salary grid is based on level of qualifications and duration of full-time teaching experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental plan, and other extended benefits;
• 9% RRSP employer contributions on top of employee contributions;
• Salaries will be 6% above the public grid at all levels for the 2025/26 school year;
• Staff wellness program;
• Subsidised school lunch programme;
• Professional development resources and support;
• Curriculum leadership opportunities;
• Commuter benefits.

Applications

Please submit your application  here with the following supporting documents: 

• Cover letter;
• Resume;
• Copy of BC Ministry of Education: Certificate of Qualification or Independent School Teaching Certificate;

Please see our  website for additional opportunities.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada or be in the process of obtaining the appropriate visa(s).

Southpointe Academy encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds. We value each community member’s identity, perspective and well-being, and embrace our differences as a sign of strength. We believe in diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunities.

About Southpointe Academy

Southpointe Academy is a leading edge International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School surrounded by the ocean, beaches and natural beauty of South Delta. As a co-educational, secular day school serving 630 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, Southpointe is known for its strong sense of community, collaborative culture and commitment to professional development. The school fosters caring relationships with students and develops young people of character who make a positive difference in the world. Southpointe features world leading programming through its highly acclaimed IB Primary Years (Grade K-5) and Middle Years (Grade 6-10) programmes. Southpointe is also an official Candidate School for the IB Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12), which will complete its innovative offering of IB from entry to graduation. The educational programme is supported through modern, purpose-built facilities and amenities.

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