Teach Band as an elective for Grades 6 and 7. Provide instruction during scheduled contracted time (3 hours per day, two days per week). Work within a faith-based, culturally diverse Catholic school environment. Support students' academic, spiritual, and social growth
Requirements summary
Provincial certificates/qualifications.
Education and experience as part of application profile.
Resume.
Proof of eligibility to work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, Work Permit, etc.).
Criminal Record Check (if outside BC).
University transcripts.
Teacher evaluations or practicum reports (for recent graduates within last 3 years).
Two (2) references sent by referees (dated within last year).
Catholic Pastoral Reference for Catholic applicants or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference (pastor signs and submits)
Provincial certificatesQualificationsUniversity transcriptsClassroom managementCurriculum integrationStudent engagementFaith-based educationBand instructionProfessional development participationTeaching Grades 6 and 7
Job description
<p> </p> <p><strong>WHO WE ARE</strong></p><p>The<strong> Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese</strong> (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.</p><p>We are a <strong>culturally diverse faith-based family</strong>.
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. </p><p>We are a <strong>vibrant school system</strong> 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.</p><p><br></br></p><p><strong>WHY TEACH WITH THE CISVA</strong></p> <ul><li>Teach in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment</li><li>Classroom available upon hire.
Not necessary to sit on TOC list.<br></br></li><li>Mentorship and monthly opportunities for professional development<br></br></li><li>Competitive salary and excellent Benefits Package, including CPP, Extended Medical, Dental<br></br></li><li>Schools located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River, close to the beauty and adventure that British Columbia has to offer</li><li>If you live outside of the Greater Vancouver Area, learn more about <a></a> on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.</li></ul> <p><strong><br></br></strong></p><p><strong>ABOUT</strong></p> <p><b>Star of the Sea School</b> is a vibrant Catholic elementary school (Kindergarten to Grade 7) located in the welcoming South Surrey community, serving families from Surrey and White Rock.
Rooted in faith and guided by the values of reverence, respect, and responsibility, our school offers a nurturing, inclusive environment where students are encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and socially.
We are proud of our strong sense of community, where dedicated staff, supportive families, and an engaged parish work collaboratively to foster student success.
With a focus on whole-child development, we provide a balanced program that integrates the BC curriculum with faith formation, extracurricular opportunities, and meaningful service experiences, creating a supportive and enriching place to learn and work. </p> <p><strong><br></br></strong></p><p><strong>JOB DESCRIPTION</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a Band teacher for a 20% contract working 3 hours per day, two days per week.
Benefits
Dental
Extended Medical
Mentorship
Competitive salary
Excellent Benefits Package
CPP
Monthly opportunities for professional development
Band is an elective in our school in Grades 6 & 7 only. </p> <p><strong><br></br></strong></p><p><strong>APPLICATION PROCESS</strong></p> <ol><li>Create your <strong><a></a></strong><br></br></li><li>Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions </li><li>Complete and add all required application documents to your profile. (see below)</li><li>Apply to this job posting</li></ol> <p><strong>Did you know? </strong>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.</p><p><br></br></p><p><strong>REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS</strong><strong></strong></p><ul><li><a></a>.
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.</li><li>Criminal Record Check (if you're outside of BC)</li><li>Resume</li><li>Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, Work Permit, etc.)</li><li>Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)</li><li>University Transcripts</li><li>Teacher Evaluations or Practicum Reports – (only for recent graduates - within the last 3 years)</li><li><strong><a></a> </strong>or <strong><a></a></strong> (please upload this under additional documents) </li><li><strong><a></a> </strong> (please upload this under additional documents) </li></ul><ul><li><strong>Two (2) <a></a></strong> (dated within the last year to be sent by you to your referee.
Once completed, it should be sent directly by your referee to <a></a>)</li><li><strong><a></a></strong> (We will also accept copies of the Verification of Teaching Experience forms that you have submitted to the BC Ministry of Education)</li><li><strong><a></a> </strong>or <strong><a></a> </strong>(dated within the last year)</li></ul><p> ***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 <a></a><strong>.</strong></p><p>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.</p>
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