Department Head, Science, Senior School

Department Head Science Senior School

Full-Time Continuing Contract

2026-2027

Crofton House School offers a girl-centred learning environment for students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Here students are motivated to strive for their best selves embracing academic challenge and diverse experiences guided by staff who know them and believe in them.

Crofton House School fosters a strong sense of community among educators staff students and families. Here everyone can contribute to the strength of our school including you.

We offer extensive professional development opportunities competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Our 10-acre campus provides modern facilities as well as beautiful outdoor spaces and a daily connection to nature.

The Science Department at Crofton House School is distinguished by extraordinary teachers who provide a collaborative inquiry-based and student-centred approach to teaching. Through the Crofton House School educational program students develop critical thinking creative thinking and problem-solving skills. The teaching facilities are well equipped and offer bright and technology-rich learning environments.

As an experienced and reflective school leader you are able to collaborate with other leaders to develop practices and protocols that are in the best interests of the full school. You are strategic in thinking while being operationally organized and proactive. You are recognized as a skilled communicator. An instructional leader you are able to develop the practice of other educators through observation and coaching.

As an experienced skilled and innovative teacher of Science you inspire students. You are actively engaged in planning implementing and assessing student learning. You are confident in curriculum development and demonstrate an approach to teaching that is reflective of the way in which girls learn. You optimize the resources available to you. You support all learners with diverse strategies and approaches and bring innovative solutions to learning challenges experienced by students. Your classes are student-centred and dynamic. Students members of your department colleagues and parents describe you as approachable available knowledgeable genuine and supportive. You are energized by what you do. You understand the importance of parents as partners in their daughters education by maintaining open and collaborative relationships with the parent community. As a lifelong learner you demonstrate a commitment to actively seeking professional development to continuously reflect on your practice and to collaborating with your colleagues to maximise student learning. You participate actively in the life of the school.

You will find the school to be a professional learning addition to spending an engaging day with students who are genuinely interested in learning thinking and playing teachers are provided with dedicated work time as part of their daily schedule to plan and work collaboratively with others.

Responsibilities of a CHS Department Head:

• Promote a collegial teaching and learning environment with and beyond the department.

• Collaborate with all Senior School Departments Heads Program Coordinators and the Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning to implement an unified vision for teaching and learning in the Senior School that is aligned with the schools strategic direction.

• Collaborate with teachers in the department/program and Junior School subject-specific teachers to develop subject-specific curricular scope and sequence from Grade 1 to Grade 12.

• Manage a department/program budget from initial request to year-end reconciliation

• As the instructional leader for the department/program engage in the Teacher Professional Growth Plan of all department/program members through observation and documented conversations.

• Support curricular evening presentations such as Curriculum Night and Course Planning and Selection Evening.

• Support constructive engagement of parents in the curricular program.

Responsibilities of a CHS Teacher:

• Bring a student-centered inquiry-based and collaborative approach to the delivery of the B.C. curriculum of Science (Grade 8 - 12); inclusive of Chemistry Biology and/or Physics

• Support the growth and development of individual learners through the delivery of the Crofton House School Ivy Compass and Advisory program

• Work collaboratively with teachers in the Senior School to plan develop and implement an extraordinary learning experience for each individual student

• Build relationships with teachers and staff across the school community

• Be an active and positive participant in the co-curricular program

• Fully engage in the CHS Teacher Professional Growth Plan

Qualifications Knowledge Experience:

• Essential: B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or Independent School Certification qualification criteria

• Relevant university qualifications (e.g. Bachelor of Education plus Bachelor of Science or equivalent)

• Graduate degree an asset

• A comprehensive understanding of current educational practices outlined in the BC Ministry of Education documents

• Knowledge of the Harkness method

• Understanding of Standards-Based Learning/Assessment

• Experience in an independent school an asset

• Demonstrable awareness of the learning preferences of girls and young women

• Collaborative and energetic with a passion for teaching

• Committed to the craft of teaching best practices and standards of professional practice

• Excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills

• A commitment to continued professional development and growth

• Energy commitment and a readiness to participate in the co-curricular program

Employment and Application Details:

Classes begin in September 2026 following teacher orientation in late August 2026.

Employees of Crofton House School receive competitive compensation and support for professional educational and leadership development. Please note that applicants must be able to legally work in Canada. Applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received.

Compensation: $67516 - $119652 depending on experience and education level plus annual stipend of $9162.

Please include the following with your application:

• A cover letter and current resume that outlines exact dates of employment the organization job title and responsibilities. If you have gaps in your employment history please advise as to why.

• Please clearly identify your educational background and history of professional development related to this position.

Apply online at thank all candidates in advance. We will however contact only those selected for an interview. No phone calls please.

About Crofton House School

Established in 1898 Crofton House has a long history of girl-centred education. Today the School has over 900 students and almost 200 staff members learning working and playing on our 10-acre campus in Vancouver.

Our approach supports the whole girl in her social emotional physical and intellectual development. Here girls can discover and pursue their own paths developing the confidence and capacity to thrive and positively influence the world around them.

Required Experience:

Senior IC