Kindergarten Teacher (Full-Time)

Abbotsford, BCStart date: August 2025
Apply by sending your cover letter and resume to [email protected]

School Overview

Dasmesh Punjabi School is a BC-certified K–12 independent school located in Abbotsford, British Columbia. We are known for academic excellence, character development, and a strong focus on Punjabi-Sikh cultural education. With over 1,000 students and continued growth, we offer a supportive, inclusive, and values-based environment where both students and staff thrive. Our screened admissions process helps maintain a positive school culture with fewer behavioural issues, allowing teachers to focus on high-quality instruction and meaningful extracurricular activities. We welcome applications from qualified educators of all cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. Teachers benefit from a balanced workload that includes time for planning and assessment.

Position Summary

We seek two passionate and nurturing Kindergarten Teachers to provide high-quality early childhood education that prepares students for lifelong learning while upholding our school’s mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver a well-rounded Kindergarten program aligned with the BC Early Learning Framework
  • Promote the development of foundational literacy, numeracy, and motor skills
  • Create a safe, engaging, inclusive, and culturally respectful learning environment
  • Use play-based and inquiry-based learning strategies
  • Assess student development and report progress through formative and summative evaluations
  • Collaborate with educational assistants, families, and other professionals
  • Encourage respectful classroom behaviour and self-regulation skills
  • Participate in staff meetings, PD days, and school events

Qualifications

  • B.Ed. in Early Childhood or Elementary Education
  • Valid BC Teaching Certificate or in-progress application with the Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB)
  • Experience in a Kindergarten or early learning setting preferred
  • Strong understanding of child development and BC curriculum

Compensation

  • $60,490–$83,613 CAD/year (based on qualifications and experience)
  • Extended health & dental benefits
  • RRSP matching program
  • Paid professional development opportunities
  • Relocation assistance may be available for out-of-region candidates

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply by emailing the following documents in PDF format to [email protected]:

  1. A Cover Letter detailing your interest and suitability
  2. Updated Resume
  3. BC TRB Certificate (or application status if pending)

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Early applications are encouraged.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.