WHO WE ARE

The** Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese ** (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.

We are a culturally 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 a vibrant 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 WORK WITH THE CISVA

• Work in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment
• 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 about claiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.

ABOUT

St. Joseph the Worker Elementary shares in the mission of the Church to proclaim and build the Kingdom of God, as part of a Franciscan faith community. Located in Richmond near the waterfront village of Steveston, the school is a vibrant learning centre that nurtures and develops the whole child; mind, body and spirit. Faith formation is integrated throughout the curriculum as we help each student to develop a personal relationship with God.

At St. Joseph the Worker School, we guide each student to achieve their very best academically, and we also provide an extensive extracurricular program to develop the students’ gifts in athletics and in the arts. We strive to develop Christian leaders, responsible citizens, and life-long learners.

Learn more about us at stjosephtheworker.ca.

JOB DESCRIPTION

St. Joseph the Worker Elementary is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Education Assistant to join our school community. The Education Assistant is a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, working under the direction of classroom teachers and the Learning Support Teacher. The primary goal of the EA is to assist in the delivery of educational programs and to support students with diverse abilities in achieving their individual goals.
The key responsibilities of EAs are to:

• Support student independence
• Implement IEP strategies
• Foster inclusion
• Promote student well-being
• Collaborate and communicate with classroom teachers and the Learning Support Teacher

Preference will be given to candidates who:

• Are active members in a Catholic parish
• Are Certified as an Educational Assistant

To apply for this position:

1. Create your Make a Future profile
2. Complete all profile sections and add all required application documents to your profile (see below)
3. Apply to this job posting

For more information on the position, please contact Jamie Withers , Principal, at jwithers@stjosephtheworker.ca. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Create your **[Make a Future profile](https://cisva- makeafuture.simplication.com/WLSBLogin.aspx) **
2. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile (see below)
3. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions
4. Apply to this job posting

REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Certificate/Diploma

• Criminal Record Check (if you are outside of BC)

• Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, etc.)

• Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)

• Catholic Pastoral Reference or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference

*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 hr@cisva.bc.ca.

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Posted On

May 05, 2026 03:01 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

1

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

ECE, EA and Support Staff

City

Richmond

School/Location

St. Joseph the Worker Elementary

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Salary

$21.42 - $36.97 per hour

Employment Start Date

September 01, 2026

End Date

6/30/2027

FTE

1.00

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Additional Documents
• Certificates & Diplomas
• Reference Letter(s)

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