What would you love in your job? To help develop children and youth Opportunities to further your career Working in a climate of trust & collaboration? A competitive salary & benefits Tuition Remission for Your Children A balanced lifestyle with summer’s off Consider WWS.

Come work at Whistler Waldorf School

Whistler Waldorf School has over 200 students from play school to grade 12. We are a non-profit, fully accredited independent school with the BC Ministry of Education, a full member of WECAN  -Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America and a candidate school with AWSNA -the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America.

We offer staff and faculty:

  • Competitive Salary & Compensation Package

    Staff receive a competitive salary commensurate on relevant education and years of applicable work experience and comprehensive compensation package including health benefits, life/disability insurance, pension support and more.

  • Tuition Remission Available

    Staff receive partial tuition remission for those with children who may wish to attend the school which is a great perk for working parents.

  • Professional Development Opportunities

    Staff may receive financial support for education and vocational  improvements including Waldorf teaching certificates for ECE certification and specializations. Also, mentorship programs, peer-to-peer support sessions and community/group teaching opportunities are available.

  • A balanced lifestyle

    Staff at WWS are expected to have a commitment to self-development and for those around them.  In that, WWS offers a balanced work approach  by providing opportunities for renewed inspiration for learning and reflection with school breaks off at Christmas, Spring Break and during the summer months.

Positions Available

How to Submit your Application:

Send a cover letter, resume and reference letters in confidence to the Head of School.

Thank you for your interest! Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: All faculty and staff are required to be screened with a Canadian Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector), as we are a school.

Teacher Qualifications

Qualified applicants will require one or more of the following criteria:

  • Waldorf Education teacher and/or assistant certificate with background and training.
  • B.C. Education-related certification, such as:  B.C. Teaching Certificate with the Teacher Regulation Branch; a B.C. ECE Teacher or Asst. Certificate; and for TA’s (or EA’s) a B.C. Special Education Asst. Certificate.
    • OR a relevant teaching certificate which has been obtained outside of B.C.(Canada or International) that may be eligible to transfer or apply for an equivalent B.C. Teacher/E.C.E certification(s)
  • Canadian residency and/or legally entitled to work in Canada with a current Criminal Record Check.

Preferred Candidates

Preferred candidates will also be:

  • Well certified & experienced: 2+ years of teaching experience; a Bachelor’s of Education or related equivalent university graduation.
  • Able to speak French with a French language specialty and/or second teachable subject is an asset.
  • Able to foster professional relationships between teacher/parents to support students’ best interest and work collaboratively with other Faculty/Administrative Staff colleagues.
  • Committed to self-development and a self-reflective practice to ensure personal development to meet the needs of the students/school.
  • Interested in committing to enroll in Waldorf teacher training (if not already), which can be financially supported by the school for those who are interested.

A Glimpse into the Classroom

More About Us!

Whistler Waldorf’s School Community

Our school community – students, faculty, board, staff and parents – are passionate, committed and engaged. We have a dedicated and passionate faculty and staff who are committed to working in a collaborative environment and foster a greater understanding of Waldorf education within our community. Our pedagogy is holistic, balanced, creative and meaningful. Teacher-student relationships are a highlight and strength of our school.

Our teachers and staff support each other in ways that enhance individual professional development and that support our students’ academic and social-emotional success. Our professional dialogues are meaningful, and we aspire to the higher aims of our work for mutual inspiration.

Whistler & the Sea to Sky Community

Whistler Waldorf SchoolWhistler is one of North America’s premier resorts offering some of the best downhill skiing in the world, as well as cross-country skiing, miles of biking and hiking trails, five beautiful mountain lakes, an active arts community, and an active and engaged community of 10,000. Whistler is located about one and a half hours north of Vancouver, BC.

Throughout the Sea to Sky Corridor, with Squamish an hour south, and Pemberton 40 minutes north, recreational opportunities abound, with epic snowboarding, skiing, mountaineering, hiking and arguably some of the best mountain biking in the world with internationally-renowned Whistler Mountain Bike Park. The Corridor is also home to a vibrant arts scene and unbeatable shopping, restaurants and entertainment. Despite welcoming many visitors every year, Whistler maintains a distinct small-town vibe that’s becoming increasingly rare. Neighbours know each other, and – more importantly – they care about each other. Come for a season to work and stay for a lifetime!