Teachers - St. John Paul II Academy

St. Clement's School; White Rock; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education seeks passionate teachers to join a vibrant community. This role offers the opportunity to teach a variety of subjects, from Junior Math and Science to Arts Education. The ideal candidates will not only be dedicated educators but also active participants in the extracurricular life of the school, contributing as coaches and program leaders. With a commitment to holistic Catholic education, this position promises a supportive environment for professional growth and mentorship. If you're ready to inspire and make a difference in students' lives, this is your chance to shine in a faith-based, culturally diverse setting.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Mentorship Programs

Classroom Available Upon Hire

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold a BC Teaching Certificate and have a passion for education.
• Experience in teaching various subjects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach subjects including Math, Humanities, Arts, and Physical Education.
• Engage in extracurricular activities and contribute to school community.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Extracurricular Engagement

Education

BC Teaching Certificate

University Degree in Education

Job description

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

St. John Paul II Academy is a Catholic independent co-educational 8-12 high school located in South Surrey. With the completion of our permanent campus this year, we are seeking educators for a number of full-time and potential part-time positions.

Our holistic approach to Catholic education includes vibrant extracurricular programming in the areas of athletics, arts, and campus ministry. Successful candidates will have a passion to contribute to our growing community in the extracurricular life of the school as coaches, staff coordinators, and program leaders. These extracurricular areas complement our strong commitment to excellence in academics.

Visit us at www.sjp2academy.com

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are currently seeking qualified teachers to become part of our growing community and faculty in the following subject areas:

1. Jr. Math & Science
2. Jr. Humanities
3. Grade 12 Humanities (including Law, AP Psychology, Social Justice, Geography)
4. Arts Education (Art, Choral, Drama, Media Arts)
5. Applied Skills (Food Studies 8-10, Media Design 10, Entrepreneurial and Promotions 10, Marketing and Promotion 11)
6. Christian Education 10-12
7. Language Arts 11 & 12
8. Spanish & French (all grades)
9. Physical & Health Education

The willingness and ability to teach across subject areas is an asset. Priority conversation will be given to candidates who are practicing Catholics in addition to holding a British Columbia Certificate of Qualification.

As an affiliate school, our compensation package, including salary and benefits, is the same as that of CISVA. Full-time teaching positions entail six of the eight assigned teaching blocks. Part-time options may be available.

Please contact Mrs. Andrea Prout-Bernett, [e-mail], should you have any questions regarding our school and becoming part of our faculty.

Resumes and cover letters can be sent directly to the above email address. The deadline for submission is Monday, February 10th. Those applicants shortlisted for interviews will be notified by February 12th.

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

NOTE: 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 [e-mail].

On an ongoing 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.