PT. Kindergarten - Gr. 7 PE Teacher (0.8 FTE) - St. Michael's Elementary School

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. Michael’s School is seeking a 0.8 FTE K to 7 Physical and Health Education Teacher. Come join our dynamic, fun and engaged professional group of teachers who are dedicated to making a positive, lasting impact in each student’s life. Teaching at St. Michael’s is an opportunity to join a progressive community that is committed to collaborative, student-centred, faith-based education. This is a place where educators and students continually learn and grow. This position will be short-term for new teachers with the opportunity for a continuing position, and a continuing contract for existing CISVA teachers. Please send resume and cover letter attention Elaine Grant at egrant@cisva.bc.ca

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Physical Education and Health (PHE) teacher is expected to plan, develop, implement, and adapt a full PHE curriculum as outlined by the BC Ministry of Education and Childcare. Teachers are expected to organize games and challenges that promote physical activity among children from Kindergarten to Grade 7, as well as to support, promote, and help organize the school's athletic extracurricular program.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching physical education classes to children aged 5 - 12 as well as experience in coaching a variety of community sports. Candidates should have a valid BC Teaching Certificate and have excellent communication and organizational skills. Furthermore, candidates should have experience in classroom management and assessment.

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.