Grade 7 Teacher - St. Matthew's Elementary

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.

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. Matthew’s Elementary School is a vibrant and growing Catholic school located in the central Fleetwood area of Surrey. Founded in 2012, our school serves approximately 240 students from Kindergarten through Grade 7 in a modern, purpose-built facility designed to support innovative teaching and collaborative learning.

Situated on the same campus as Holy Cross Regional High School and within walking distance of the future Surrey–Langley SkyTrain Extension, St. Matthew’s offers a convenient and well-connected location.

What truly distinguishes St. Matthew’s, however, is our community. Our dedicated and energetic staff collaborate closely to create engaging learning experiences for students. Teachers are supported by an involved and generous parent community and a school culture that values professional growth, faith formation, and innovation in teaching. It is a place where educators can thrive, grow, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of students.

You can view our website at: https://stmatthewselementary.ca

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Grade 7 teacher who is excited to guide students through their final year of elementary school—academically, socially, and spiritually—as they prepare for the transition to high school.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A commitment to excellence in Catholic education
• A strong understanding of the BC Curriculum
• The ability to foster a dynamic, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment
• A collaborative approach to working with colleagues and families
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• A willingness to contribute to the broader life of the school through extracurricular activities

Preference will be given to candidates who possess:

• Active membership in a Catholic parish
• Experience preparing students for the Sacrament of Confirmation
• A demonstrated commitment to faith formation and Catholic identity within the classroom

Requirements

• Certification with the British Columbia Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB), in good standing

Application Process

Interested applicants who are approved by the CISVA are invited to submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Relevant supporting documentation

Applications should be addressed to: Mr. Michael van der Pauw, Principal

Email: principal@stmatthewselementary.ca

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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 2026, 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
• 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 (2) Professional Reference Letters (dated within the last year to be sent by you to your referee. Once completed, it should be sent directly by your referee to hr@cisva.bc.ca )
• Applicant Declaration for Catholics or Applicant Declaration for Non-Catholics  
• Teacher Applicant Consent Form
• Verification of Teaching Experience (We will also accept copies of the Verification of Teaching Experience forms that you have submitted to the BC Ministry of Education)
• Catholic Pastoral Reference or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference -  (Dated within the last year)

 ***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.