Secondary School (MS/HS) Science/Math Teacher

Salary Range: $55,356 – $97,006 based on 1.0 FTE (dependent on education/certificate and experience)

Duncan Christian School is located on beautiful Vancouver Island. We are inviting applications for the following anticipated middle/high school teaching position commencing the 2026-2027 school year.

Secondary School (MS/HS) Science/Math Teacher  

This 1.0 FTE position involves working with a diverse group of learners, being part of a collaborative staff, and being open to new ideas and ways of learning. Subjects such as Physics 11/12, Science 10, Math 11/12, and ADST are to be considered. The specifics of the contract are to be determined.

Successful candidates will:

• Have an understanding of Christian Education
• Practice and demonstrate evidence of a strong commitment to the Christian faith
• Hold, or be eligible for, a valid BC Teaching Certificate or Independent Schools Teaching Certificate and meet the requirements of the DCS Employment of Teaching Contract
• Practice strong collaboration skills and enjoy working as part of  a team 
• Explore a variety of learning approaches
• Carry an understanding of and encourage the practice of current pedagogy
• Demonstrate  an interest in the development of learning beyond the walls of the classroom

DCS hosts over 500 PreK-12 students, including Indigenous students from the Cowichan Tribes. These families are part of our identity and add richly to the school’s cultural diversity.  We seek staff who have a heart for all people from diverse backgrounds, socioeconomic 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 and is currently operating at capacity and is 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 membership of the Duncan Christian School Society. 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

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