School Counsellor (Maternity Leave)

FTE: 0.6 – 1.0 FTE
Salary Range: $53,743 – $85,000 based on 1.0 FTE (dependent on education/certificate and experience)

Duncan Christian School is located in the Cowichan Valley on beautiful Vancouver Island. Due to a maternity leave, we are accepting applications for a 1.0 FTE School Counsellor position for the 2025/26 school year. The successful applicant will be part of both elementary and secondary school campuses.

This position involves being a role model to deepen student understanding of a Biblical worldview, working with a diverse group of learners, being part of a collaborative staff, and being open to new ideas and ways of learning.

Successful candidates will:

• Have an understanding of Christian Education
• Practice and demonstrate evidence of a strong commitment to the Christian faith
• Practice strong collaboration skills and enjoy working as part of  a team 
• Short term counselling and crisis intervention for students 
• Support teachers in educating students regarding well-being
• Maintain confidential records of interactions with students
• Guidance for teachers in identifying students who may require support or intervention
• Consult with Directors of Student Support 
• Facilitate communication with parents to offer consistent and coordinated advice in supporting their children
• Interact with students who come from a variety of backgrounds where faith and culture play a significant role

Ideal  (but not limited to) Qualifications:

• Master’s in Counseling or equivalent
• Registered Counselor, RCC or CCC
• Teaching experience or experience in a school setting 
• Christian counselling or perspective courses 

DCS  hosts over 450 PreK-12 students, including indigenous students from Cowichan Tribes. These families are part of our identity and add richly to the school’s cultural diversity. We seek staff with a heart for all types of people from all backgrounds, socio-economic situations, and cultures.  Our staff work hard to create an environment where children and youth feel a strong sense of acceptance and belonging. Duncan Christian School has undergone significant growth over the past ten years. It is currently operating at capacity and looking forward to growth opportunities.

DCS is a non-denominational Christian school with an open enrollment policy governed by a board of directors representing the Duncan Christian School Society membership. DCS was founded on a Reformed worldview of Christianity, and that distinct perspective shapes our vision. Attached to our school’s constitution is a document that summarizes our faith and worldview. The document is titled Our World Belongs to God. 

 Please explore our website or Facebook page for more information about Duncan Christian School.

To apply, or if you have any questions, please contact Peter Terpstra by email or phone. Although we appreciate all applications, DCS will contact only those we select for interviews.

Submit the following via email to Principal, Peter Terpstra at: pterpstra@duncanchristian.com

• cover letter
• résumé
• your personal statement of faith
• your philosophy of Christian education
• list of references

DCS staff must abide by the policies set forth in the employment contract, and all teachers are required to be certified by the Province of BC.