At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach Grade 8 English and Social Studies while fostering a positive classroom community.
- Company: Independent K–12 school in Abbotsford, BC, committed to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, medical benefits, paid vacation, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive environment with reduced workload for educators.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives during their pivotal Grade 8 year.
- Qualifications: BC Teacher certification and strong foundation in ELA and Social Studies curricula.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Grade 8 Teacher — Humanities (English & Social Studies)
Location
Abbotsford, BC ·
Start date
Status
[Full-time]
DPS is an independent English-language K–12 school serving approximately 1,000 students in Abbotsford, BC.
While Punjabi language and Sikh studies form part of our educational program, instruction is delivered in English.
We welcome applicants from all faiths and backgrounds who are committed to supporting an inclusive, respectful, and student-centered learning environment.
The Opportunity
Grade 8 is a pivot point.
Students arrive at the edge of childhood and leave on the road to becoming young adults, and the homeroom teacher is the steady presence who guides them across it.
This is a role for someone who understands that at this age, relationships are the curriculum - that a student who feels known and safe is a student who will learn.
You will be the anchor teacher for a Grade 8 cohort, delivering the humanities heart of their program - English and Social Studies - and serving as the homeroom teacher who knows these students well, advocates for them, and helps set the tone for their entire secondary journey.
It is a role of real influence at a formative moment.
What You'll Do
- Teach BC curriculum English Language Arts 8 and Social Studies 8 as engaging, connected humanities learning.
- Serve as a Grade 8 homeroom teacher: building a positive classroom community, supporting students' social and emotional growth, and being a first point of contact for families.
- Deliver additional assignments typical of a Grade 8 timetable — e. g., an additional teaching block, advisory, or supervision.
- Use competency-based, proficiency-focused assessment aligned to BC standards, and communicate student progress clearly to students and parents.
- Support literacy development for a diverse learner population, including students for whom English is an additional language.
- Partner with the middle-school team and support staff to help every student succeed.
- Contribute to the wider life and values of the school community.
What We're Looking For Required
- BC Teacher Regulation Branch certification, or eligibility to obtain it.
- Strong foundation in the BC ELA and Social Studies curricula and in proficiency-based assessment.
- A genuine warmth for early adolescent learners and the skill to build a calm, well-managed, relationship-centred classroom.
- Commitment to the mission, values, and community of Dasmesh Punjabi School.
- Strong assets
- Experience teaching at the middle-school level (Grades 6–9).
- Skill in supporting English language learners and literacy across the content areas.
- Familiarity with structured literacy and reading-comprehension strategies.
- A collaborative, team-oriented approach to planning and assessment.
What We Offer
- Inclusive: In keeping with the principles of Sikhism, we welcome talented individuals from all religious, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Practicing Sikhism is not a requirement.
- Supportive: Our educators enjoy a reduced workload, with dedicated time for preparation and grading.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid vacation, medical benefits, RRSP, extracurricular club bonuses, and professional development opportunities.
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Grade 8 Teacher – Humanities in Abbotsford employer: Dasmesh Punjabi School
Dasmesh Punjabi School is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment for educators. Located in Abbotsford, BC, we offer competitive pay, reduced workloads for preparation, and ample professional development opportunities, ensuring our teachers can thrive both personally and professionally. Our commitment to diversity and community values makes this a meaningful place to shape young minds during their pivotal Grade 8 year.
