Education Assistant - Immaculate Conception Elementary (Vancouver)

Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Immaculate Conception Elementary seeks a full-time Education Assistant for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves supporting individual students and small groups, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Candidates with experience on the autism spectrum and certification are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Mentorship for new teachers

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Faith-filled candidates preferred.
• Experience with students on the autism spectrum is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support learning for individual students and small groups.
• Work in various collaborative settings.

Skills

Support individual students

Support small groups

Collaborative settings

Experience with autism spectrum

Education

Education Assistant certification

Job description

Who We Are

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA) operates 46 schools – 40 elementary and 6 high schools, located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and extending over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.

We are a culturally diverse, faith-based family offering more than just employment – we provide a calling to your teaching vocation within a supportive community that nurtures faith and professional growth.

Our vibrant school system is expanding, with many projects planned for the future. We offer spiritual and professional development opportunities, including mentorship for new teachers transitioning into CISVA.

Why Work with CISVA

• Work in a faith-based and culturally diverse environment
• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including CPP, extended medical, and dental coverage
• Schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River, close to British Columbia’s natural beauty and adventure opportunities
• For those living outside the Vancouver area, additional tax information is available on the Government of Canada website

About Immaculate Conception Elementary, Vancouver

Founded by Jesuits and religious sisters, ICS is a small school with a strong community focus. It promotes growth in knowledge, faith, and service through a diverse curriculum emphasizing academics, languages, sports, music, drama, technology, and community service. Mass is central to our faith community, and outreach to the less fortunate is integral to our school culture.

Located on Vancouver’s West Side, our school is a short commute to downtown and near popular attractions such as Gastown, Olympic Village, Granville Island, Yaletown, Kitsilano Beach, and English Bay.

Job Description

Immaculate Conception Elementary in Vancouver is seeking a full-time Education Assistant for the 2025-2026 school year. We seek faith-filled candidates who will support learning by working with individual students and small groups in various collaborative settings. Experience with students on the autism spectrum and Education Assistant certification are assets.

Please direct questions to the Principal, Colette Foran. Short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Application Process

• Create your profile and upload all required application documents
• Complete all profile sections, including Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions
• Apply to this job posting

Required Application Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Certificate/Diploma
• Criminal Record Check (if outside BC)
• Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (e.g., Birth Certificate, Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence)
• Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• For Catholic applicants: Pastoral Reference form signed by your Pastor and submitted directly to the school
• For non-Catholic applicants: Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference form