WHO WE ARE
TheCatholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools 40 elementary and6 high schools. Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area near the best sites andattractions that Vancouver and British Columbia have to offer. Our footprint extends over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.
We are aculturally 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 avibrant 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
ABOUT
Our Lady of Mercy Elementary is an exciting place to learn and grow for children Kindergarten to Grade 7. Our faith is the cornerstone of our school and we aspire to create a community where families can experience Christ through the actions of teachers support staff and one another. Our staff is committed to providing a safe and challenging learning environment for all our students. To accomplish this goal we depend on the continued support and cooperation of our parent and parish communities. At Our Lady of Mercy School we believe that all people best learn and teach in an atmosphere of compassion generosity joy and laughter.
Our school is in the heart of the Lower Mainland in the city of Burnaby near many parks and restaurants with cuisines from a variety of cultures. Our school is also very accessible to Vancouver New Westminster Surrey and other surrounding cities with a myriad of great sites and attractions. Learn more about our school:
JOB DESCRIPTION
Our Lady of Mercy Elementary is seeking a 40% Music Teacher and a 60% Educational Assistant with a strong preference to combine these roles into one position.
We are looking for a Music Teacher who is passionate about Fine Arts and skilled in singing piano and guitar. Preference will be given to candidates with choral and band experience and those who have taught students across a range of grade levels.
The successful candidate must demonstrate strong communication abilities have experience working in within a team excellent writing skills and fluency in English. Additional preference will be given to applicants with experience supporting neurodiverse learners and the ability to adapt lessons to ensure successful integration.
Assets include:
Bachelor of Music degree
POPARD certificates
First Aid certification
Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems
APPLICATION PROCESS
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
***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 .
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.