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
Based in North Vancouver, St. Pius X Elementary School is a Catholic community dedicated to developing reverence, respect and responsibility within each child, using Christ as our centre. It is our goal to assist each child in their intellectual, physical, social, artistic and emotional growth while developing Christian leaders, responsible citizens and lifelong learners through academic standards, extensive extra-curricular programs, and a vibrant faith-based community.
Instagram: spxguardians
Website: www.saintpius.ca
POSITION DETAILS
St. Pius X Elementary School is seeking a full-time teacher for Grade 2 from January to June of 2025, with the potential of extension for the following academic year.
The successful candidate must be committed to students’ faith development, have strong leadership skills, the ability to take initiative, and effective communication skills. Most importantly, the successful candidate must have a joy of teaching.
Please note: The ability to work as part of a team, to contribute to the extra-curricular and co-curricular programs in the school, and familiarity with education-based technology are necessary.
Please include Teacher Regulation Branch status in a cover letter.
Please submit a cover letter and resume to the principal, Miss Charlaine Francis at cfrancis@saintpius.ca
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. Please provide either a letter or screenshot confirming your documents are submitted and your application is processing). Please also add any out of province certifications.
Criminal Record Check (if you’re outside of BC)
Resume
Cover Letter
Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, Work Permit, etc.)
Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
University Transcripts
Teacher Evaluations or Practicum Reports – (only for recent graduates - within the last 3 years)
Two Recent Professional Reference Letters
Applicant Declaration for Catholics or Applicant Declaration for Non-Catholics
Statement of Health & Character
Verification of Teaching Experience (if applicable)
Catholic Pastoral Reference or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference
***For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form, provide it to your Pastor for signing, and have them submit it 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.
