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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

There are no available openings at this time.

French Teacher, plus one more teachable in Social Sciences [Full time (1.0 FTE)]

Start Date: September 1, 2026 (One-year contract, mat-leave position)

About the position:

We are looking for a dedicated, dynamic, compassionate, innovative, and inspiring French teacher (plus another social sciences teachable) 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 while working hard and having fun. 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 to best meet both the teacher and the school’s needs.

The successful candidate will have a love of French 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 in a second teaching area in Social Sciences would be a significant asset

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 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: Now

About the position:

We are looking for dedicated, dynamic, compassionate, innovative, and inspiring teachers on call 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 while working hard and having fun. 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 the flexibility to thrive in different settings and subjects, and have 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. 

Requirements for the position:

  • Be certified to teach in British Columbia
  • A documented ability to teach with kindness and flexibility to support students in their learning
  • Previous experience teaching in a high school setting

 

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: August 28, 2026

About the position:

We are looking for a dedicated, dynamic, compassionate, innovative, and inspiring English language 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 specific courses and teaching schedule will be determined depending on the successful candidate’s skills.

The successful candidate will have a love of English, literature, writing, 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 in a second teaching area in Humanities and/or Drama would be a significant asset
  • A desire to be involved in the extra-curricular life of the school
  • Post-secondary qualification in English, Literature, or a related discipline
  • A thoughtful understanding of the BC English Language Arts curriculum and its implementation through meaningful, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
  • Experience designing learning and assessment using a backward design approach (Understanding by Design), with attention to clear learning goals, authentic assessment, and ongoing feedback.
  • Experience guiding students to analyze and interpret literature and media with attention to diverse perspectives and meaningful connections to their lives.
  • A commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and literate environment where all students feel confident expressing ideas, taking intellectual risks, and developing a love of language.
  • Skill in designing purposeful assessments that promote learning, reflection, and growth in reading, writing, and oral communication.
  • A commitment to fostering a positive, supportive, inclusive, and encouraging environment that nurtures students’ confidence, well-being, and lifelong engagement in physical activity.

 

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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