BC Elementary Montessori Teaching Position, Vancouver
Westside Montessori School
Start Date: September 2026
Position Type: Full-Time
Required Qualifications
• MACTE or AMI Elementary Certification
• BC Teaching Certification
About the Role
Westside Montessori School is seeking a warm, capable, and collaborative Elementary
teacher to join our growing school community beginning September 2026.
The successful candidate will guide students within a mixed-age Elementary
environment while fostering academic growth, independence, curiosity, and positive
social development. This educator will prepare and maintain a structured and engaging
learning environment grounded in Montessori philosophy while planning and
delivering instruction guided by the BC Curriculum and supported through Montessori
materials and lessons.
The role involves using whole-group, small-group, and individualized instruction to
support student learning and development, observing and documenting student
progress using proficiency-based assessment practices and differentiating instruction
to support a wide range of learning profiles and diverse student needs. The successful
candidate will support neurodiverse learners through responsive, flexible, and
relationship-based teaching practices while maintaining strong communication and
partnerships with families.
Educators at WMS work collaboratively with colleagues and actively participate in
school events, meetings, extracurricular activities, and professional learning
opportunities.
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Qualifications
• Ages 6-12 Montessori Elementary certification (AMI, MACTE)
• Bachelor of Education (preferred) • Valid British Columbia teaching certification, or eligibility to teach in British
Columbia
• Experience teaching Elementary-aged students and/or within mixed-age
classroom environments
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
• Strong knowledge of the BC Curriculum and proficiency-based assessment
practices
• Strong understanding of child development, Montessori philosophy, and
inclusive educational practices
• Experience planning and delivering whole-group, small-group, and
individualized learning opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and assessment to support a
wide range of learners
• Experience supporting neurodiverse students through flexible, responsive, and
relationship-based teaching practices
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills related to Montessori lesson
planning, assessment, student progress monitoring, and tracking individualized
next steps
• Ability to maintain detailed documentation of lessons, observations, and student
learning progression
• Strong classroom management, communication, and parent partnership skills
• Collaborative, flexible, and supportive team player
• Commitment to inquiry-based and project-based learning approaches
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective practice
About Westside Montessori School
Westside Montessori School is a growing independent school community in Vancouver
offering Montessori programs from Preschool through Elementary. Rooted in
Montessori philosophy, we strive to create learning environments where children
develop independence, confidence, curiosity, and a strong sense of responsibility
within a warm and respectful community.
At WMS, the British Columbia curriculum guides and drives instruction, while
Montessori materials and approaches support learning through whole-group, smallgroup,
and individualized lessons. Our program values inquiry, project-based learning,
authentic real-world connections, and opportunities for students to make their thinking
visible.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and neurodiverse-friendly learning
environment where students are supported academically, socially, and emotionally
within mixed-age classrooms.
Why Join Us?
WMS offers a collaborative and supportive workplace culture where educators work
closely with colleagues and families to create engaging, responsive learning
environments. Teachers have the opportunity to blend Montessori philosophy with
strong BC Curriculum-based instruction while supporting students through hands-on,
inquiry-based learning experiences.
We are seeking educators who are passionate about inclusive, child-centred education
and committed to supporting a wide range of learners.
Salary
$50,000 – $75,000 per year (depending on qualifications and experience)
Benefits
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care
Experience
• Elementary teaching: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification
• BC Teaching Certification and/or Montessori Certification (required)
Work Location
• In Person
• 3396 Cambie Street, Vancouver
To apply: email admin@westsidemontessori.ca