School Secretary - Sacred Heart Elementary

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

At Sacred Heart Elementary we aim for excellence in education and endeavour to meet the unique needs of every student. Guided by our Catholic faith, and supported by the fabric of family and community, we are committed to meeting the spiritual, academic, physical, and emotional needs of individual students.

Within a learning environment that is both stimulating and supportive, we foster in our students a love of learning, a strong work ethic, and provide them with a solid academic foundation. It is our hope that when students graduate from Sacred Heart, they leave with a strong moral compass and the self-confidence to meet all of life's challenges head on.

Our school is in the city of Delta, near a variety of attractions and sites, including Brunswick Point Trail, Ladner Harbour Park, Centennial Beach, and Tsawwassen Mills outlet mall.

Learn more about our school: www.shsdelta.ca

JOB DESCRIPTION

Located in Ladner, British Columbia, Sacred Heart Elementary is a co-ed elementary school within the Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA). We are a faith-filled school community committed to helping every child become the best version of themselves as God intended. We are seeking a welcoming, organized, and professional School Secretary to join our school office team.

This is a 0.2 FTE, one-day-per-week position (8:00am-4:00pm). The specific day of the week will be determined by the successful candidate’s availability and the school's needs.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Welcome and assist students, parents, staff, and visitors in a warm and professional manner.
• Answer and direct telephone calls and respond to general inquiries.
• Assist with student attendance and the day-to-day operation of the school office.
• Prepare correspondence, forms, and school communications.
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems.
• Support the Principal and school staff with a variety of administrative tasks.
• Perform other clerical duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Be proficient with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office applications.
• Be able to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Previous school office or administrative experience is considered an asset.

At Sacred Heart School, we are a community where TRUTH is heard and spoken, where UNITY is seen and promoted, and where LOVE is experienced and lived. We are seeking an individual who embraces these Augustinian values and will help strengthen the welcoming, faith-filled environment of our school community. Through their daily interactions, the successful candidate will support our mission of helping every child become the best version of themselves as God intended.

Preference will be given to practicing Catholics. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and résumé to:

Mr. Kelly Kozack
Principal
Sacred Heart School
Email: kkozack@shsdelta.org

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Create your Make a Future profile
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.