WHY TEACH WITH THE CISVA

- Teach in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment

- Classroom available upon hire. Not necessary to sit on TOC list.

- Mentorship and monthly opportunities for professional development

- Competitive salary and excellent Benefits Package, including CPP, Extended Medical, Dental

- Schools located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River, close to the beauty and adventure that British Columbia has to offer

- If you live outside of the Greater Vancouver Area, learn more about claiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.

ABOUT

As part of the Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese, St. Paul School strives to provide a quality Catholic education to our students and their families. Together with parents, we endeavour to develop the entire child in each of the spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional domains in order to guide them along the path to becoming responsible members of the Church and society.We are a joyful community of learning and faith, and we hope you will consider joining our team!

JOB DESCRIPTION

St. Paul School is looking for a full time Kindergarten teacher, beginning in January, to work in partnership with a second Kindergarten teacher for the same Kindergarten class; two full time teachers for one class of 31 students. The successful candidate would be working in a highly organized and well-run class, alongside an experienced Kindergarten teacher and 2 Education Assistants. Involvement in extra-curricular activities is expected. The successful candidate will have experience working with early and diverse learners, and a sound knowledge of the BC curriculum. Effective classroom management, a collaborative approach with colleagues, and extra-curricular skills an asset.

APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Create your Make a Future profile

2. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions

3. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile. (see below)

4. Apply to this job posting

Did you know? If you are currently an education student graduating in 2024, you can upload your documents as you receive them and still apply for this job posting.REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

- BC Teaching Certificate

- Criminal Record Check (if you are outside of BC)

- Resume

- Cover Letter

- Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, etc.)

- Baptismal Certificate

- Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)

- University Transcripts

- Teacher Practicum Evaluation

- Philosophy of Education

- Two Recent Reference Letters (Professional & Character)

- Applicant Declaration for Catholics or Applicant Declaration for Non-Catholics

- Verification of Teaching Experience (TOC and EA not applicable)

- Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic applicants) or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Non-Catholic applicants)

*** For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form, provide to your Pastor for signing, and have them submit directly to hr@cisva.bc.ca

On an on-going basis, we accept teacher applications for grade levels K to 12 for our Catholic schools throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River in beautiful British Columbia. All Catholics, non-Catholics, new education grads, and experienced teachers from across Canada are strongly encouraged to apply. Our major hiring season is in April for the following school year, but we recommend that you apply now as we receive an influx of applications.WHO WE ARE

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools 40 elementary and 6 high schools. Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area, near the best sites and attractions that Vancouver and British Columbia has to offer. Our footprint extends over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.We are a culturally diverse faith-based family . We offer more than a place of work we provide a call to your teaching vocation where you can work and live your faith in a supportive community. We are a vibrant school system with many school and program expansion projects in the future. We offer spiritual and professional growth and mentorship opportunities for new teachers to help them with their transition into the CISVA.