Kindergarten Teacher St. Mary's Vancouver Elementary School
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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
- 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. Marys School is a thriving multicultural Catholic school that fosters a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Conveniently located in the heart of the Joyce-Collingwood neighbourhood just steps from the Joyce SkyTrain station our school provides a welcoming community where students grow academically spiritually and socially. Rooted in Catholic values we strive to develop engaged confident and curious learners.
JOB DESCRIPTION
St. Marys School is seeking a full-time Kindergarten teacher to nurture and inspire our youngest learners in a vibrant and faith-filled school community commencing September 1 2026. Our Kindergarten program lays the foundation for learning through play exploration and faith-based experiences. We are seeking a teacher who brings energy warmth and creativity to early childhood education. If you are a caring and creative early childhood educator who delights in play-based learning and helping children discover the joy of school we would love to hear from you.
Qualifications:
- Practicing Catholic with a deep respect for Catholic teachings and values.
- Certified teacher with experience in early childhood or kindergarten education.
- Ability to engage young children of diverse backgrounds and adapt activities for early learners.
- Strong classroom management organization and collaboration skills.
- Passion for fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Develop and implement developmentally appropriate play-based lessons and activities for Kindergarten students.
- Create a welcoming classroom environment that fosters social-emotional growth curiosity and a love for learning in young children.
- Collaborate with the other kindergarten teacher primary team and Learning Resource Teachers to support each childs unique developmental needs.
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.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Classroom Management
- Algebra
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Experience
- Computer Operation
- EDI
- Lesson Planning
- Special Education
- Teaching
- Cordova
- Writing Skills
