(0.8 FTE) Elementary Teacher - Assumption School, Powell River

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

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ABOUT

Assumption Catholic School is located in Powell River, BC in the qat̓ᶿɛt. region Our tight knit faith based school community enrolls approximately 120 students from Kindergarten to Grade 7 taught by our vibrant staff. Powell River is a beautiful community of approximately 13,000 residents located in the Traditional Territories of the ɬaʔamɩn First Nation. Surrounded by the ocean, forests, plentiful lakes Powell River residents partake in a wide variety of cultural, sporting, and recreational events in the stunning landscape. Our community is an attractive option for families who love the outdoors, the support a small community can bring, and being surrounded by a nature’s peaceful presence.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Assumption School is seeking a teacher (0.8 FTE) for the 2025-2026 school year.




The successful applicant will work collaboratively with other staff members as well as have experience working with a diverse range of learners and have a passion for teaching. While all applications will be reviewed, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. Questions regarding the position are welcome.



Preference will be given to candidates who:

have a current pastoral reference that they are active in a Catholic parish
have a certificate of qualification issued by the BC Ministry of Education
are committed to excellence in Catholic education
have experience differentiating instruction and working with students with a variety needs
demonstrate a positive and caring approach to students
show exceptional communication skills
demonstrate excellent teamwork abilities
demonstrate a willingness to provide extra-curricular opportunities for students
We thank all applicants in advance, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Create your

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 2025, you can upload your documents as you receive them and still apply for this job posting.


REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

. 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 - (Dated within the last 6 months)
or
(if applicable)
or - (Dated within the last 6 months)
***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 .

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.

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