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

As part of a Franciscan faith community, St. Joseph the Worker Schoo l shares in the mission of the Church to proclaim and build the Kingdom of God. 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.

JOB DESCRIPTION

St. Joseph the Worker Elementary School is seeking a full time Physical Education teacher to join our team starting September 1, 2026. In addition to teaching P.E., the successful candidate will coordinate the school’s athletics programs by liaising with the parent and staff coaches, scheduling games and events, and ensuring all sports events are fully planned.

The ideal candidate is looking to join a school where the staff work as a team to nurture and develop the whole child; mind, body and spirit. They will understand how to effectively manage students in the gym and during outdoor activities. They will have a passion for athletics, an ability to pass on their love of physical activity to their students, and a desire for each student to achieve their best regardless of natural ability. They will also show a willingness to collaborate with colleagues and an eagerness to participate in the school’s extracurricular programs and events. This is an opportunity for a teacher to be part of a supportive community and to build on the strong athletics foundation at St. Joseph the Worker School.

For more information on the position, please contact Jamie Withers , Principal, at**jwithers@stjosephtheworker.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

May 11, 2026 02:59 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

1

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

Richmond

School/Location

St. Joseph the Worker Elementary