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 has 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
- 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 aboutclaiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.
ABOUT
St. John Brebeuf High School is located in the western region of Abbotsford just off the highway at the Mt. Lehman exit. Tucked up against Gardner Park and Fishtrap Creek SJB is within walking distance to Fishtrap Creek Trail and Discovery Trail. SJB is close to shopping and transit and biking and hiking trails abound. The famous Tulip Festival takes place in Abbotsford just past Whatcom Road along Highway 1 and Abbotsford is also the home of the Vancouver Canucks farm team. Abbotsford is one of the most affordable communities in the Lower Mainland of BC.
SJB is a community of approximately 400 students from Grades 8 - 12. We are a small school when compared to other schools in our area allowing for a more personal experience for our students. SJB prides itself on faith formation of our students and opportunities to deepen faith are plentiful. We are proud to say that we focus our efforts on educating our students academically emotionally physically and spiritually and are proud of the character of our SJB graduates. Go Bears!
How we live our mission:
Faithfully grounded
Create Belonging
Uniquely known
Compassionate sacrifice
Invited to challenge yourself
SJB - Discover Your Gifts
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Posting: Food Studies
Position: Food Studies
Start Date: January 26 2026
Status: Part Time 1 semester
About Us:
St. John Brebeuf High school is a faith-filled Catholic learning community dedicated to fostering academic excellence creativity and spiritual growth in our students. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated educator to join our team guiding students in both Drama and Food Studies.
Position Details:
This is a part-time position covering a maternity leave and consists of the following responsibilities:
- Food Studies and PHE
- Providing instruction in Food Studies
- Performing appropriate assessments and providing feedback to students and parents.
- Working collaboratively and cohesively with staff for the benefit of the students
- Working with the Learning Support department to support students with exceptionalities.
- Implementing individualized education plans (IEPs).
Qualifications & Requirements:
Valid teaching certification in British Columbia.
Experience teaching Food Studies
Strong classroom management and differentiated instruction skills.
Commitment to Catholic education and the values of faith-based learning.
Ability to collaborate with staff students and parents to foster a supportive learning environment.
APPLICATION PROCESS
- Create your Make a Future profile
- Complete all profile sections including: Provincial Certificates Qualifications Education Experience and Questions
- Complete and add all required application documents to your profile. (see below)
- 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
***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.