Primary Teacher St. James & St. Ann's Elementary School

Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese

Job Location:

Abbotsford - Canada

Yearly Salary: $ 61281 - 111727

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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
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ABOUT

St. James and St. Anns Elementary 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 SJA is within walking distance to Fishtrap Creek Trail and Discovery Trail. It 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.

SJA is a community of approximately 225 students from Grades K - 7. We are a small school when compared to other schools in our area allowing for a more personal experience for our students. SJA 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 SJA graduates. Go Thunder!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Teaching Position at St. James and St. Anns Elementary School

St. James and St. Anns Elementary School in Abbotsford is seeking an energetic candidate to fill a primary teaching position at our school for the 2026 - 2027 school year. This is a full time position and has the potential to be a continuing position for future years. Our successful candidate will be someone who is excited to work with youth in our Catholic schools and is capable of working collaboratively with other teachers para-educators parents administration and support staff. The successful applicant will bring a positive attitude and a strong up-to-date knowledge of current educational practices.

This position will require knowledge and experience in a variety of areas including the following:

-Working with children youth and families

-Sound professional boundaries

-Maintenance of confidential records

-Ability to communicate with the fellow teachers educational assistants and administration a positive collaborative manner

-Effective classroom management skills

-An excellent attitude toward working in an elementary school environment

A willingness to contribute to extra-curricular opportunities will be looked upon favourably.

This position would begin on September 1 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

A cover letter and resume should be sent to Onika Bryson at: .

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

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 youre 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 )
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 .

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.

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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...