Grade 7 Teacher - Cloverdale Catholic 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

Cloverdale Catholic School is a Christ-centered learning community committed to academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of servant leaders. Our Grade 7 students play a visible leadership role in the school, and we seek a teacher who embraces that responsibility with enthusiasm and professionalism.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Cloverdale Catholic School (CISVA) is seeking a dynamic, faith-filled, and highly organized Grade 7 Teacher to join our collaborative intermediate team.

• Valid BC Teaching Certificate
• Familiarity with and experience implementing the BC Curriculum, particularly at the intermediate level
• Preference given to candidates with experience teaching Grades 6–8
• Practicing Catholic with a strong commitment to the mission of Catholic education
• Must be approved by CISVA prior to applying

• Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous instruction aligned with BC Curriculum standards
• Prepare students for and support the Sacrament of Confirmation in collaboration with parish and school administration
• Lead and coordinate key Grade 7 events, including:
• Grade 7 Camp
• Confirmation preparation activities
• Grade 7 Farewell celebration
• Foster a positive, structured classroom environment with strong classroom management
• Build meaningful relationships with intermediate students, demonstrating empathy, consistency, and high expectations
• Communicate effectively with parents and staff
• Participate actively in staff collaboration and school initiatives
• Contribute to extracurricular life of the school (athletics experience preferred)

• Model and witness to Catholic faith in word and action
• Demonstrate strong organizational and planning skills
• Be proactive, flexible, and solution-oriented
• Thrive as a team player within a collaborative staff culture
• Possess the ability to inspire leadership, responsibility, and maturity in students
• Be willing to take on additional responsibilities within a vibrant school community

• Cover letter
• Resume

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.