Learning Resource Teacher - St. Anthony's Elementary School - West Vancouver

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

St. Anthony's is a beautiful regional school with excellent facilities dedicated to the spiritual well-being of staff and students. We are located in West Vancouver - close to the ocean, mountains, transit and shopping. Our community is supportive, collaborative and vibrant. A young and young-at-heart staff working together with families to prepare the future leaders of tomorrow having a strong foundation in our Catholic faith.  

JOB DESCRIPTION

 St. Anthony’s Elementary School, a faith-based Catholic educational community, seeks a compassionate and skilled Learning Resource Teacher to support students with diverse learning needs. The ideal candidate must be certified in Orton-Gillingham literacy instruction and trained in multi-sensory math strategies, with a deep commitment to nurturing every child's academic and spiritual development.

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide individualized and small-group instruction in reading, writing, and mathematics using multi-sensory, evidence-based methods (e.g., Orton-Gillingham and structured math programs).
• Assess students’ academic needs and learning profiles through informal and formal assessments.
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Plans to support student learning.
• Maintain regular communication with parents, teachers, and administrators about student progress and strategies.
• Promote an inclusive and supportive environment rooted in Catholic values.
• Attend IEP meetings and assist with documentation as needed.
• Be an excellent communicator able to use a variety of conflict management strategies.

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 2025, 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 Recent Professional Reference Letters - (Dated within the last 6 months)
• Applicant Declaration for Catholics or Applicant Declaration for Non-Catholics
• Statement of Health & Character
• Verification of Teaching Experience (if applicable)
• Catholic Pastoral Reference or Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference - (Dated within the last 6 months)

 ***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.