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King David High School is a pluralistic community Jewish high school. Our vision is to be a dynamic leader in empowering Jewish minds and engaging Jewish hearts for the modern world. We are also a top-rated independent school in central Vancouver; we are members of ISABC and are a CAIS accredited school. Our staff come from all walks of life and backgrounds – we value diversity. King David teachers enjoy working in a warm, collegial environment. We collaborate to create a fun and caring learning environment where our students strive to reach their potential by setting high standards and working hard. King David High School nurtures a Jewish culture characterized by a shared tradition, a common dedication to social justice, and a love for learning.

Why Work at King David?

  • King David staff enjoy working in a warm, welcoming, modern and collegial environment
  • We work in a modern, technology-rich environment
  • Professional development is supported, both in and of school, through conference attendance and course and, or, workshop participation
  • We provide continuous support and mentorship for new staff
  • We encourage teachers to develop new courses, clubs, teams, and other student opportunities
  • We are learning together to teach the new curriculum as we place an emphasis on being at the forefront of change
  • We have a young, motivated, and engaged staff with an administration that is committed to creating a safe, positive work and social work environment
  • We offer a comprehensive compensation package with salaries above local public schools and with great extended benefits, pension and other perks
  • To live in Vancouver, one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world

job openings

High School Psychology Teacher [1 Section]

Start Date: August 28, 2026

About the position:

We are looking for a dedicated, dynamic, compassionate, innovative, and inspiring psychology teacher to join our school family.  A person with integrity, the successful candidate will have the ability to work collaboratively with staff and students to make a difference in the lives of others. King David is a young and growing school with approximately 275 students and 50 staff members.  We are looking for an educator who will thrive in a relational setting and will support and implement a competency-based approach to teaching while caring for and supporting students’ emotional well-being and development. 

The successful candidate will have a love of psychology and a joy for teaching adolescents. We are looking for candidates who truly want to use their passion to make a difference in the lives of our students. You must value diversity as it relates to all people, including aspects of identity, and have respect for indigenous traditions and ways of knowing.  We also want you to know that you will be a valued and cared-for member of our school team.

Requirements for the position:

  • Be certified to teach in British Columbia with a university degree in this teaching discipline
  • A documented ability to teach with kindness and flexibility to support students in their learning
  • A desire to always improve one’s teaching practice and the learning experience for students
  • Experience designing learning and assessment using a backward design approach (Understanding by Design), with attention to clear learning goals, authentic assessment, and ongoing feedback.

How to apply:

If you are excited to work with a committed and team-oriented group of educators and you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. King David values diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities. 

Please forward your resume and cover letter to Seth Goldsweig, Head of School, at sgoldsweig@kdhs.org

We thank all candidates for their application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled. 

Starting Date: August 28, 2026

[1-2 sections of the following potential courses: Economic Theory 12, Accounting 12, Financial Accounting 12, Business Computer Applications 12, E-Commerce 12, Economics 12, or Entrepreneurship 12 ]

About the position:

We are looking for a dedicated, dynamic, compassionate, innovative, and inspiring business teacher to join our school family to teach one to two courses.  A person with integrity, the successful candidate will have the ability to work collaboratively with staff and students to make a difference in the lives of others. King David is a young and growing school with approximately 275 students and 50 staff members.  We are looking for an educator who will thrive in a relational setting and will support and implement a competency-based approach to teaching while caring for and supporting students’ emotional well-being and development. The specific courses and teaching schedule will be determined depending on the successful candidate’s skills.

The successful candidate will have a love of business and a joy for teaching adolescents. We are looking for candidates who truly want to use their passion to make a difference in the lives of our students. You must value diversity as it relates to all people, including aspects of identity, and have respect for indigenous traditions and ways of knowing.  We also want you to know that you will be a valued and cared-for member of our school team.

 

Requirements for the position:

  • Be certified to teach in British Columbia with a university degree in this teaching discipline
  • A documented ability to teach with kindness and flexibility to support students in their learning
  • A desire to always improve one’s teaching practice and the learning experience for students
  • A strong understanding of the BC business curriculum.
  • Experience designing learning and assessment using a backward design approach (Understanding by Design), with attention to clear learning goals, authentic assessment, and ongoing feedback.

 

How to apply:

If you are excited to work with a committed and team-oriented group of educators and you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. King David values diversity, equity and inclusion, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities.

Please forward your resume and cover letter to Seth Goldsweig, Head of School, at sgoldsweig@kdhs.org

We thank all candidates for their application. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until filled.

Starting Date: End of August 2026

About the position:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Jewish Studies educator capable of inspiring adolescents to love learning and Judaism. The successful candidate will join a Judaic Studies team that focuses on nurturing each student’s unique talents and passions, empowering them to express and act upon their best interests. The immersive Jewish experience creates a clear path to Jewish conviction, pride, and identity. Our program encourages students to come to terms with relevant Jewish issues and aims to instill the belief that you can be as moral and holy as you are successful. All of this takes place within an inclusive community that provides a feeling of belonging and an awareness of personal responsibility. You must value diversity as it relates to all people, including aspects of identity, and have respect for indigenous traditions and ways of knowing. Our mission is to help Jewish teenagers, from all backgrounds, embrace Jewish values and traditions as they develop their independence and desire to live a meaningful life. 

This position has 3 components. The successful candidate will have the knowledge to teach Judaic Studies content courses, Hebrew language courses and will be responsible to coordinate Jewish Life and Engagement activities in the school.

Requirements for the position:

  • A documented ability to teach with kindness and flexibility to support students in their learning
  • A desire to always improve one’s teaching practice and the learning experience for students
  • Able to demonstrate excellent skills as a teacher and a passion for teaching Jewish Studies
  • Must have a solid knowledge of classical Jewish thought and texts and can teach their relevance to the modern world
  • Must be fluent in Hebrew with a background or experience in teaching Hebrew language
  • Ability to work in, and contribute to, a pluralistic Jewish setting
  • Has a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Jewish Studies educator and has good classroom management skills appropriate for high school
  • Assist in collaborating and further developing the Judaic team’s vision and curricular goals
  • Able to use technology to support students’ learning
  • Willing to be involved with co-curricular school events and Jewish life programming
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in written form, with students, colleagues, parents and community members of all levels of observance and backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A BC Teaching Certificate as well as a Jewish Studies Degree, or Jewish Education training

How to apply:

If you are excited to work with a committed and team-oriented group of educators and you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. King David values diversity, equity and inclusion, as we are an equal opportunity employer.

Please forward your resume and cover letter, clearly indicating the grade levels and subject areas you are qualified to teach, to Seth Goldsweig, Head of School, at sgoldsweig@kdhs.org.

We thank all candidates for their applications. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Starting Date: Part-time to Full-time, beginning September 2026

About the position:

We are seeking experienced and dynamic Jewish Studies and Hebrew Language educators capable of inspiring children to love learning and Judaism. The successful candidates will join a team that focuses on nurturing each student’s unique talents and passions, empowering them to express and act upon their best interests. The immersive Jewish experience creates a clear path to Jewish conviction, pride, and identity. Our program encourages students to come to terms with relevant Jewish issues and aims to instill the belief that you can be as moral and holy as you are successful. All of this takes place within an inclusive community that provides a feeling of belonging and an awareness of personal responsibility. You must value diversity as it relates to all people, including aspects of identity, and have respect for indigenous traditions and ways of knowing. Our mission is to help Jewish teenagers, from all backgrounds, embrace Jewish values and traditions as they develop their independence and desire to live a meaningful life. 

Requirements for the position:

  • Able to demonstrate excellent skills as a teacher and a passion for teaching Jewish Studies
  • Must have a solid knowledge of classical Jewish thought and texts and can teach their relevance to the modern world, AND/OR, a demonstrated ability to teach the Hebrew Language
  • Ability to work in, and contribute to, a pluralistic Jewish setting
  • Has a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Jewish Studies educator and has good classroom management skills appropriate for high school
  • A BC Teaching Certificate as well as a Jewish Studies Degree, or Jewish Education training
  • Assist in collaborating and further developing the Judaic team’s vision and curricular goals
  • Use technology as a teacher and to support students’ learning
  • Willing to be involved with co-curricular school events and Jewish life programming
  • Capable of ongoing reflection, able to self-assess, and accept and apply feedback
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in written form, with students, colleagues, parents and community members of all levels of observance and backgrounds
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

How to apply:

If you are excited to work with a committed and team-oriented group of educators and you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. King David values diversity, equity and inclusion, as we are an equal opportunity employer.

Please forward your resume and cover letter, clearly indicating the grade levels and subject areas you are qualified to teach, to Seth Goldsweig, Head of School, at sgoldsweig@kdhs.org.

We thank all candidates for their applications. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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