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 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 about claiming moving expenses on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.

ABOUT

Holy Trinity Elementary is a Catholic School diligent in creating a Christ-centered environment and embrace the many dimensions of human growth: intellectual, physical, emotional, moral, and spiritual. At our school, teachers and other staff work toward this goal by their personal witness, motivated by a Christ-centered vision of humanity. Our school is in the beautiful and scenic city of North Vancouver, near a myriad of shops, art galleries, dining, parks, hiking trails, and the bustling Lonsdale Quay Market. Other popular sites and attractions in the North Shore include Deep Cove, St. Mark’s Summit, quarry Rock, and the Grouse Grind.

To learn more, visit: www.holytrinityschool.ca

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a dynamic Music Teacher to teach the BC music curriculum to students in grades K-7 on a part-time basis (3 days per week). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in music and a love for teaching young children. Although the successful candidate will ideally have Teacher Regulation Branch Certification, those with pending TRB certification, or a degree in music should still apply. This is a short-term contract position with the potential for a continuing contract.

At Holy Trinity School, we are proud of our supportive and close-knit community. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated group of educators who are committed to providing a fun and enriching learning environment for our students. We offer a competitive salary as per the CISVA salary scale, professional development and the possibility of a continuing contract beyond the initial term.

If you’re interested in working at Holy Trinity School, please apply on Make a Future and submit a cover letter and resume to the principal, **Kevin Smith, at kevin.smith@holytrinityschool.ca

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Create your Make a Future profile
2. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions
3. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile. (see below)
4. 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 you're 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 hr@cisva.bc.ca)
• 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 hr@cisva.bc.ca.*

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.

Posted On

April 27, 2026 01:46 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

1

Job Type

Part Time

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

North Vancouver

School/Location

Holy Trinity Elementary

Salary

$61,281 - $111,727 per annum pro rata

Employment Start Date

September 01, 2026

End Date

08/31/2027

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Additional Documents
• Teaching Qualifications/Licenses
• Certificates & Diplomas
• Practicum Reports
• Teaching Evaluations
• Reference Letter(s)
• Transcripts