The Catholic Independent Schools of Vancouver Archdiocese are group one independent schools, receiving 50% operational funding from the ministry of education. All schools teach the prescribed ministry of education curriculum. Teachers are paid according to the qualifications and years of experience. Teachers are also eligible for the Group Benefits Program that provides medical, dental, other extended health benefits, plus a defined contribution (DC) Group Pension Plan. Teachers interested in making a career with CISVA should apply to the Superintendent's Office. Support staff, including Education Assistants, should apply directly to the individual schools. It is the responsibility of each teacher applicant to ensure that the following documents accompany their application. You may download the entire application package at https://cisva.bc.ca/info/employment. Please note that applications will be kept on file for two years only. - Cover letter - Application card - Birth certificate - Baptismal certificate - BC teaching certificate - Curriculum vitae - Letter(s) of character reference - University transcripts (photocopies acceptable) - Verification of previous employment - Philosophy of Catholic Education - Pastoral reference form (forwarded directly to Human Resources by the Pastor) - Teaching evaluations/practicum reports from most recent employer or university
