Job Description
Location:
Pear Tree School, Vancouver, BC.
Start:
August 2026.
Type:
Full-time.
Salary:
$85,000-$95,000/year.
Note:
A graduate degree in education (M.Ed. or equivalent) is a non‑negotiable requirement for this role.
The school & the mission
Pear Tree School exists to transform education so young people can live happy, fulfilling lives and become positive agents of change. We move beyond traditional schooling by integrating academic excellence, social‑emotional growth, physical well‑being, and ethical development into one cohesive approach – delivered through theme‑based, inquiry‑driven, hands‑on learning.
We are expanding for 2026–27 and are hiring teachers who want to do the best work of their career in a school that takes educational craft seriously.
The role
This is a
Humanities specialist role
focused on literacy, communication, social understanding, and critical thinking.
For the 2026–27 school year, the Humanities Specialist Teacher will:
Serve as homeroom teacher for one grade grouping (Grade 6/7 or Grade 8/9)
Teach Humanities across both grade groupings, as scheduled, within our theme‑based program
The Humanities specialist plays a key role in helping students
read, write, think, discuss, and make sense of the world , especially when themes explore social issues, ethics, history, or current events.
What This Looks Like In Practice
Depending on the theme, the Humanities specialist may:
Teach the BC Social Studies curriculum through the themes—helping students understand people, history, geography, government, and current issues, and how these shape the world around them.
Teach and support strong reading, writing, discussion, and critical thinking, so students can research, evaluate sources, and communicate ideas clearly.
Support students in understanding different perspectives, ethical questions, and real‑world complexity.
In themes like
Cities Under Stress , Humanities may take a leading role. In others, it supports the overall narrative and communication of student learning. The emphasis is on clarity, reasoning, and meaningful expression rather than volume of writing.
Homeroom Responsibilities
As a homeroom teacher, you are responsible for:
Creating a supportive and well‑run classroom
Supporting student wellbeing and engagement
Being the primary point of contact for families in your homeroom group
Coordinating closely with the STEM (and Business, where applicable) specialist to ensure alignment
Looking ahead
In Grades 10–12, Humanities becomes more focused on deeper analysis, structured argument, and preparation for senior‑level expectations. Teachers may choose to remain in Grades 6–9 or move upward based on fit and readiness.
Curriculum is provided
You are not expected to write a curriculum from scratch. We provide a comprehensive thematic curriculum (the Pear Tree Method). Your role is to bring it to life through strong instruction, well‑run learning experiences, thoughtful differentiation, and a warm, structured classroom culture.
What You’ll Do
Deliver humanities inside themes: reading, writing, speaking/listening, research, media literacy, and social studies outcomes within integrated themes
Build serious writing capacity: explicit instruction, strong exemplars, feedback cycles, and evidence of growth
Assess with clarity: rubrics and evidence that parents and students can understand
Integrate with specialists: co‑plan so students experience coherence across STEM/humanities (and later Business/Entrepreneurship)
Homeroom leadership (as assigned): routines, culture, student support, and primary parent partnership for the homeroom group
Who You Are
Excellent literacy and writing instruction (structured, high expectations, high support)
Coachable, reflective, and reliable
Strong communicator with parents
Comfortable in interdisciplinary themes without turning humanities into “just projects”
Eligibility
You must be legally authorized to work in Canada for the 2026–27 school year and eligible for BC certification. We verify work authorization and certification before extending a final offer.
Qualifications
Required
B.Ed or equivalent (non‑negotiable)
M.Ed. or equivalent (non‑negotiable)
Valid BC Teacher Certification (or eligibility + commitment to obtain by agreed deadline)
3+ years of middle years teaching experienceStrong classroom management, communication, and organization
Preferred
Strong evidence of writing instruction and assessment practice
Experience with inquiry/project‑based learning and/or progressive models
Combined‑grade and/or middle‑years experience
Training & expectations
We do not expect you to know our method on Day 1, but we do require a strong commitment to mastering it.
All new teachers complete Pear Tree Method (PTM) Certification during their first year. We invest in you through structured training, instructional coaching, and practical support – so you are equipped to execute the approach well.
What Success Looks Like (Year 1)
By end of Term 1: Strong routines, warm‑structured culture, and consistent evidence of learning.
By end of Year 1: Confident execution of the Pear Tree Method, clear assessment evidence, and trusted parent partnership.
How To Apply
Submit your resume and cover letter (PDF) via Hiring Steps.
In your cover letter, answer these two questions briefly (2‑3 paragraphs total is fine):
Describe a time you adapted a provided curriculum to make it more engaging for your students.
Tell us about critical feedback you received on your teaching – and what you did differently afterward.
[Link to Hiring Steps Application Page]
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