IB Teacher - Leadership, CAS & Service-Learning - INTERNAL POSTING ONLY

IB Teacher – Leadership, CAS & Service-Learning

Regular

Internal Only Posting

Posting Date:  March 12, 2026

Closing Date:  March 21, 2026

Posting # 2026018

Hours

0.95 FTE  (note that this includes 0.06 teaching Grade 9 English is replacing an incumbent on leave of absence)

Beginning March 30, 2026

Salary

Commensurate with placement on the SMS Salary Grid, based on years of teaching experience & education (TQS Category).

This is a bargaining unit position in the Professional Employees Association.

All candidates must hold a valid B.C. TRB Teacher’s Certificate and be legally able to work in Canada.

Summary

St. Margaret’s School (SMS) is Western Canada’s only girl-centered, independent day and boarding school located in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada on the unceded traditional territories of the Esquimalt Nations, Songhees Nations, and W̱SÁNEĆ Nations. Founded in 1908, SMS is an international centre for girl-centered learning and leadership development, providing empowering education for girls from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12 (boarding grades 7–12).  St. Margaret’s School is an International Baccalaureate (IB) School offering the Diploma Program.

The IB Leadership, CAS & Service-Learning Teacher plays a key role in supporting students’ holistic development through the International Baccalaureate’s core elements — Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) and Service as Action (SaA) — as well as through the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award and homeroom mentorship. This position requires a passionate educator who models global citizenship, leadership, and reflective practice while inspiring students to make meaningful contributions to their communities.

Our school’s motto “service with love” embraces both individual pursuits and shared responsibilities. At SMS, teachers are required to participate in the extra-curricular life of the school, thereby educating the whole person and supporting students to develop the full range of their skills, talents, and interests.

Core Competencies

Integrity & Trust

Service Orientation

·         Adaptability

·         Innovation

·         Resilience

·         Professional Knowledge

·         Communication & Collaboration

Duties and Responsibilities

IB CAS & Service as Action Coordination

Design, implement, and oversee the CAS (IBDP) and Service as Action (MYP) programmes in alignment with IB standards and practices.

Guide students in developing, executing, and reflecting on individual and group projects that promote creativity, activity, and service.

Collaborate with teachers, parents, and community partners to identify and facilitate authentic service-learning opportunities.

Maintain accurate documentation of student progress, reflections, and evidence of learning,

Lead CAS/SaA assemblies, exhibitions, and showcase events that celebrate student achievements.

Leadership Development

Embed leadership principles within the CAS and Service as Action framework.

Mentor students in leadership roles (e.g., Student Council, House Captains, Service Leaders).

Facilitate workshops and activities focused on communication, teamwork, initiative, and ethical decision-making.

Support students in setting personal goals aligned with the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning (ATL) skills.

Teaching and Professional Contribution

Teach IB subjects as assigned, adhering to IB philosophy, pedagogy, and assessment principles.

Contribute to curriculum planning and interdisciplinary projects.

Engage in ongoing professional learning and IB training.

Participate actively in school events, trips, and community-building initiatives.

Homeroom and Pastoral Care

Serve as a homeroom teacher and primary point of contact for a group of students.

Monitor and support students’ academic progress, wellbeing, and personal development.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and reflective homeroom environment.

Communicate regularly with parents and guardians, maintaining strong relationships built on trust and care.

Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award (Extra Curricular Stipend)

Coordinate and manage the school’s Duke of Edinburgh programme, ensuring compliance with the award’s standards.

Support students in planning and achieving their Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels.

Organize expeditions and liaise with external providers for training, safety, and assessment.

Promote student engagement in community service, physical recreation, and skill development.

Required Education & Experience

Current and Valid teacher certification through the Teacher Regulation Branch.

Bachelor of Education degree.

Minimum 3 years of experience teaching in an IB World School (MYP/DP).

Proven experience coordinating or facilitating CAS, Service Learning, or Duke of Edinburgh programmes.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong organizational, communication, and mentoring skills.

Demonstrated commitment to student wellbeing, experiential education, and global citizenship.

Ability to establish good relationships and interact positively with all staff, faculty, and students

Positive role model to all members of the St. Margaret’s community

Adhere to the SMS Code of Conduct, Acceptable Use of Technology Policy, and Respectful Workplace Policy, and abide by all SAGE polices

Actively support the vision, mission, and values of our school

Valued Benefits

A career with St. Margaret’s School will offer you the opportunity to be part of dedicated team of professionals in a dynamic and rewarding educational environment. This position is located on the school campus, with access to rapid transit, on-site gym, and other amenities. 

St. Margaret's School emphasizes a dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion across living, learning, and work environments. The school aims to have its workforce mirror the diversity of students and the community. Actively encouraging applications from groups facing historical or current equity barriers, the institution is committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. Employees needing employment support, technical aids, or accommodations, are encouraged to contact Human Resources [email protected].

Please note that this is an Internal only posting and external candidates will not be considered.

Interested candidates are invited to submit an application package, including a covering letter, curriculum vitae and professional references, through Bamboo HR, by March 21, 2026, to:

Questions email [email protected]